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A plane crash off a remote island killed twelve people
Emergency response teams described an extremely challenging and emotionally taxing operation as they rushed to the crash site, located in shallow but turbulent waters near the airport. Firefighters, police officers, military personnel, and volunteer responders waded through the sea, navigating wreckage under poor visibility and dangerous conditions. Recovery efforts stretched late into the night, illuminated by flashlights, torches, and the intermittent glow of emergency vehicles lining the shore. Fire chief Franklin Borjas explained that strong currents, rough seas, and darkness significantly hampered rescue and recovery efforts, making it difficult to locate bodies and aircraft fragments. Despite these obstacles, responders pressed on, driven by urgency and a sense of duty to the victims and their families. The physical dangers faced by the teams were compounded by the emotional weight of the operation, particularly when recovering children and recognizing well-known public figures among the deceased. The scene, described by officials as chaotic yet determined, reflected both the limitations and the resilience of emergency services confronting a disaster under unforgiving conditions.
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