Eleven people were killed when a tourist aircraft carrying skydivers crashed in Tomblaine, near Nancy in northwest France, on Sunday morning. The crash occurred at around 11am on Rue Salvador Allende, prompting police to urge the public to avoid the area due to a risk of explosion.
Emergency response and public warnings
Emergency services are at the scene, and Meurthe-et-Moselle National Police issued a statement on X: 'Absolutely avoid the area around Rue Salvador Allende. To allow clear access for emergency services and law enforcement, do not go there.' Authorities have warned residents to avoid roads near the crash site.
Details of the flight and casualties
The civilian aircraft took off from Nancy-Essey aerodrome and was carrying a group of skydivers. Local mayor Yves Séguy confirmed there were 11 casualties. Their identities have not been publicly released. The cause of the crash remains unknown.
