A devastating plane crash occurred off the coast of Honduras in the Caribbean on Monday evening, just moments after takeoff from Roatán Island, resulting in the loss of seven lives. Ten people were rescued from the wreckage, bringing a glimmer of hope to an otherwise tragic event. The incident involved a Jetstream plane operated by Lanhsa Airlines, which was carrying 14 passengers and three crew members when it plummeted into the water.
According to local reports, the passenger list included one American, one French national, and two children, all of whom were headed to La Ceiba Airport on the Honduran mainland. The plane’s wreckage was found approximately one kilometer off the coast of the island, sparking a massive rescue effort. Franklin Borjas, the fire chief of Roatán, confirmed that seven people had lost their lives in the disaster, including renowned Garifuna musician Aurelio Martínez Suazo.
As rescue teams and police officers continue to work tirelessly to assist those affected, videos shared on social media by the national police show the harrowing scene of survivors being pulled to safety along the rocky shoreline. Some were carried away on stretchers, while a rescue boat shone its lights into the darkness, searching for any potential survivors. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and Lanhsa Airlines has yet to issue a statement.
The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the region, with many left to wonder what could have led to such a tragic event. As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on providing support to the families of the victims and the survivors, who are undoubtedly grappling with the trauma of their ordeal. With the rescue efforts still underway, the people of Honduras and beyond can only hope that the coming days will bring some measure of closure and healing to those affected by this devastating plane crash.
Source: Channel News Asia