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Helicopter Mishap in Hudson River Prompts Emergency Response
Social media footage captured the scene of a helicopter incident in the Hudson River, displaying the aircraft inverted in the water. According to eyewitness accounts shared online, the helicopter encountered mechanical issues mid-flight, leading to the river crash near the vicinity of the Holland Tunnel. Emergency services are currently on scene conducting rescue operations.
Eyewitness Details Chopper Malfunction
An individual, Avi Rakesh, who documented and shared video from the crash location on social media platform X, reported observing the helicopter traveling south towards New Jersey just before a critical component detached. “The chopper blade flew off,” Rakesh stated, further noting, “I don’t know what happened to the tail, but it just straight up dropped,” in comments to a news outlet. He added the aircraft descended “feet away from Holland Tunnel,” emphasizing the proximity to the major traffic artery.
Emergency Units Initiate Rescue Efforts
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) confirmed the activation of land and marine units to undertake rescue operations at the crash site. Details regarding potential casualties or the status of individuals aboard the helicopter remain unconfirmed at this time as the situation is actively developing and emergency personnel are on scene.
Traffic Advisory Issued in Crash Vicinity
The New York Police Department (NYPD) communicated an alert via X, advising the public of significant emergency response activity and anticipated traffic disruptions stemming from the Hudson River helicopter crash. “Due to a helicopter crash in the Hudson River, in the vicinity of the West Side Highway and Spring Street,” the NYPD message stated, “expect emergency vehicles and traffic delays in the surrounding areas.” Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the এলাকা and seek alternate routes as emergency teams manage the situation and conduct their operations.