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Small Plane Crash on Massachusetts Highway Claims Two Lives, Injures One
A small plane crash on Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, resulted in two fatalities and one injury, underscoring the dangers associated with small aircraft operations near populated areas.
- On Monday morning around 8:15 a.m., a small plane crashed on a grassy median of Interstate 195 (Rhode Island–Massachusetts) in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, leading to a fire.
- The crash claimed the lives of two individuals on board, while one person on the ground was injured, prompting an immediate response from Massachusetts State Police.
- Authorities closed Interstate 195 (Rhode Island–Massachusetts) in both directions following the incident, significantly affecting traffic in the area near New Bedford Regional Airport.
Por Qué Es Relevante
This tragic event highlights the risks associated with small aircraft operations, particularly in proximity to busy roadways like Interstate 195 in Massachusetts. It raises concerns about aviation safety regulations and the impact of such accidents on community safety.