Fryeburg Airplane Crash Reported Thursday Afternoon
Fryeburg, ME — Fire and police departments responded to a reported airplane crash Thursday afternoon.
Authorities said the incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. near the Fryeburg Airport. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, where they found a small aircraft down in a wooded area. The status of the pilot and any passengers remains unclear; however, witnesses reported seeing smoke emanating from the wreckage.
Local fire departments, along with the Fryeburg Police Department, are actively on-site managing the situation. Medical personnel provided aid, but details on injuries or fatalities have not been confirmed.
As a precaution, authorities have closed off access to the area surrounding the crash site, and traffic disruptions are expected on nearby roads while the investigation is underway. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been notified and will be investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.