An Air Canada aircraft was involved in a ground collision with a fire truck on a taxiway at LaGuardia Airport on Monday, with early reports indicating possible injuries, though officials are yet to confirm details.
Initial information suggests the aircraft may have been a CRJ operating as Flight AC8646, which reportedly struck a fire vehicle while taxiing and attempting to cross a runway. Flight-tracking data indicates the aircraft was moving on the ground at the time of the incident.
Videos circulating on social media appear to show visible damage to the aircraft, but these visuals have not been independently verified.
Conflicting early reports have emerged regarding casualties. Some unverified accounts suggested a high number of injuries, while others indicated fewer people affected, including some in critical condition. However, authorities have not released any official figures, and the extent of injuries remains unclear.
There are also unconfirmed claims that a mass casualty response may have been initiated at the airport, though this has not been corroborated by official sources.
It is not yet known whether operations at LaGuardia have been disrupted or if flights have been delayed or diverted following the incident.
Further details are awaited as authorities assess the situation and provide verified updates.
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