The victims, identified as the pilot and a passenger, were aboard the ill-fated flight that crashed into the West Acres Mobile Park on Monday afternoon, according to the Steamboat Springs Police Department.
As reported by the Daily Mail, the fiery crash resulted in two trailers being 'engulfed' by flames. However, the Routt County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that all residents have been accounted for. "The Routt County Coroner is notifying next of kin. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the deceased," expressed the Steamboat Springs PD. The department further urged the public to respect the ongoing investigation and avoid the crash site, as emergency services continue their operations.
The ill-fated aircraft, a Cessna 421 light aircraft, is a six or seven-seater twin-engine plane. It is believed to have taken off from Longmont, Colorado, en route to Ogden, Utah, when it tragically crashed around 4.30pm, as per Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue. The identities of the victims have yet to be released.
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The crash scene was a spectacle of chaos and destruction, with photographs revealing trailers engulfed in flames and emergency responders battling the inferno. The city reported that ten firefighters and off-duty responders worked tirelessly to extinguish the fire that had spread to two homes and several outbuildings.
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One resident recounted the devastation of the crash, revealing that her mother-in-law's home was destroyed. "We are speechless and devastated," she shared on social media, adding that the property had been vacant and on the market.
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While the cause of the crash remains unknown, witnesses reported that the airplane appeared to have mechanical issues, according to fire officials. The National Transportation Safety Board will conduct an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
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The West Acres Mobile Home Park, home to nearly 100 trailers, is located on the west side of the scenic city of Steamboat Springs in Yampa Valley, known for its ski resorts. As the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic incident, the focus remains on honoring the victims and supporting those affected by the devastating event.
