Feb 28 • 10:25 UTC 🇮🇸 Iceland Visir

Many dead after military aircraft lands on highway

At least twenty people have died and dozens are injured after a military plane crash-landed on a highway near La Paz, Bolivia.

In a tragic incident, a military aircraft crashed onto a highway in the vicinity of La Paz, Bolivia, resulting in the deaths of at least twenty individuals and injuring many others. The plane, which was reportedly carrying a cargo of cash, lost control upon landing at El Alto International Airport and landed on the road, causing extensive damage to numerous vehicles in the vicinity. Witness reports suggest that the crash scattered bills across the highway, prompting many people to rush outside to gather the money, which unfortunately was untraceable due to the absence of serial numbers.

The incident has raised questions about the circumstances leading to the aircraft losing control during landing. Weather conditions at the time were reported to be poor, with thunderstorms and heavy lightning, which some eyewitnesses blame for the crash. Local resident Cristina Choque, who was driving one of the vehicles damaged by the plane wreckage, described the frightening scene of thunder and lightning striking the capital city at the time of the incident.

As investigations into the crash commence, the focus will likely be on both the aircraft's condition and the impact of the weather. This incident highlights not only the risks associated with military aircraft operations but also the unexpected havoc that can occur in urban areas during aviation emergencies. The loss of life and injuries sustained in such a situation emphasize the importance of stringent safety measures and protocols in aviation operations.

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