Authorities Report Plane Crash at DuPage Airport, West Chicago

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Authorities Report Plane Crash at DuPage Airport, West Chicago

Emergency services in West Chicago are responding to a plane crash at DuPage Airport that occurred on Wednesday afternoon. The incident took place around 2:30 PM, prompting a significant emergency response.

Details of the Incident

Authorities have not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the crash or any potential injuries. Chopper 7 captured images of what appeared to be debris from a small aircraft on the runway.

Location of the Incident

DuPage Airport is situated at 2700 International Drive in West Chicago. Due to the crash, airport officials have announced that the facility is temporarily closed.

Emergency Response

  • Time of Incident: 2:30 PM CST
  • Location: DuPage Airport, 2700 International Drive, West Chicago
  • Type of Aircraft: Small plane
  • Status: Airport closed

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