A medevac jet carrying six people crashed in a northeast Philadelphia neighborhood on Friday January 31 , igniting a large fire near homes and the Roosevelt Mall. The crash occurred around p. The aircraft, operated by Jet Rescue Air Ambulance, had four crew members, a pediatric patient, and the patient's escort on board. As of now, there is no confirmation of survivors. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker stated that several homes and vehicles were affected, but the total number of fatalities remains unknown.
Witnesses described the scene as a "big ball of fire" and reported hearing a loud explosion. Several people on the ground were injured and taken to the hospital. Three were treated and have since been released, and the other three are in "fair" condition. The crash prompted a significant emergency response, with police and fire crews setting up a perimeter and advising residents to avoid the area.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has offered state resources to assist in the response. The crash comes just days after a deadly midair collision between an American Airlines commuter jet and a U. Army helicopter in Washington, D. By Bill Galluccio Feb 1,
