Plane tragedy in Brazilian tourist hub leaves 10 dead, 15 injured
In the tourist town of Gramado, Brazil, a tragic plane crash occurred. A small Piper Cheyenne 400 aircraft crashed into buildings, killing 10 people. Authorities report 15 injuries, and the causes of the accident remain unknown.
The crash took place on Sunday in Gramado, a popular Brazilian tourist destination. The small Piper Cheyenne 400 aircraft went down in the city centre.
The aircraft struck the buildings, and all 10 people on board were killed instantly.
Plane crash in Brazil: 10 people dead
Local authorities report that the plane first collided with a building's chimney. The second floor of a residential house ultimately crashed into a furniture store.
As a result of the crash, 15 people were taken to the hospital, mostly due to smoke inhalation from the burning aircraft.
The flight departed from Canela Airport, destined for Florianopolis. The cause of the tragedy is still unknown. Governor Eduardo Leite confirmed that no survivors were among the passengers.
Gramado is one of the most renowned tourist towns in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. Recently, the area also experienced a flood where over 100 people lost their lives.
