A tragic plane crash in a remote area of northeastern Wyoming has resulted in an unspecified number of fatalities and ignited a wildfire, according to authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 1 p.m. north of Gillette, near the Wyoming state line, as reported by Campbell County officials on social media.
Prior to the crash, a distress signal was transmitted by the aircraft, as confirmed by Campbell County Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds to the Gillette News Record. Subsequently, witnesses observed smoke columns billowing into the sky near the presumed crash location.
Efforts to contain the resulting wildfire are underway, with the utilization of aircraft, heavy equipment, and engine crews, as stated by officials. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is mobilizing a team to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident, as per local authorities.
As of Friday evening, federal investigators had not yet reached the remote crash site, as indicated by NTSB spokesperson Keith Holloway. Further details are anticipated to be disclosed on Saturday. Attempts to reach a spokesperson for Campbell County for additional insights were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
