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Azerbaijan Airlines Flight Crashes Near Kazakhstan's Aktau Airport: Dozens Feared Dead
A tragic incident occurred near Aktau, Kazakhstan, when an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane crashed, leaving many feared dead. The aircraft, an Embraer 190, was en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia, when it encountered adverse weather conditions, including thick fog, which led to a reroute. The plane ultimately crashed near the city's airport, located in the western part of Kazakhstan.
According to Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergencies, the flight was carrying 72 people, including 67 passengers and five crew members. Authorities reported that 12 survivors have been located, and they are currently being treated at a nearby hospital. Emergency services were quick to respond, managing to extinguish the fire that erupted at the crash site.
The aircraft had been attempting an emergency landing about two miles from Aktau when the crash occurred. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with initial reports focusing on the challenging weather conditions at the time of the flight's approach.
Kazakhstan's authorities and emergency response teams are continuing their efforts to assess the damage and provide necessary assistance. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details will be released as more information becomes available.
This tragic event highlights the importance of safety measures in aviation, particularly in difficult weather conditions. As the authorities work to gather more information, the thoughts of many are with the victims and their families during this heartbreaking time.