A small plane crashed near Hicks Airfield on Sunday afternoon, colliding with several 18-wheeler trucks and igniting a massive blaze that sent thick black smoke billowing over the Fort Worth area, authorities said.
The Fort Worth Fire Department confirmed that the aircraft struck multiple trucks and trailers at approximately 1:30 p.m. local time. The impact triggered a fire that quickly spread through a series of parked big rigs, engulfing them in flames.
Video footage shared on social media showed towering plumes of dark smoke rising into the sky as motorists drove past the crash site. At least several trucks and trailers were completely engulfed, creating a hazardous scene as emergency crews rushed to contain the fire.
Firefighters responded swiftly to extinguish the flames and secure the area. Officials have not yet released details on the type of aircraft involved or the number of people on board. There was no immediate word on casualties or injuries as investigators worked through the wreckage.
Authorities said the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board will lead the investigation into the cause of the crash.
The area surrounding Hicks Airfield was temporarily closed as crews worked to bring the blaze under control and clear debris from the crash site.
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