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Tragic Collision at LaGuardia: Two Lives Lost in Plane and Fire Truck Crash

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A serious incident at LaGuardia Airport resulted in the deaths of two individuals after an Air Canada flight collided with a fire truck on the runway late at night. The crash, which occurred around 11:38 p.m., also left 13 others injured, including two first responders. The flight, arriving from Montreal, had just landed when the collision happened, prompting a ground stop at the airport. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, which has caused significant flight disruptions at LaGuardia due to both the crash and adverse weather conditions in the area.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on March 26, 2023, at approximately 11:38 p.m. • Air Canada flight 8646 involved, landing from Montreal. • 13 individuals hospitalized, including two first responders. • LaGuardia Airport experienced a ground stop and flight disruptions.

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