A single-engine plane crashed near the In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip, where the National Hot Rod Assn. (NHRA) championship finals were taking place.
Driving the news: Two individuals sustained critical injuries in the crash, which occurred while the plane was attempting an emergency landing near Brackett Field Airport.
- Emergency responders at the drag strip reacted promptly and provided immediate medical and fire assistance to the victims.
- The aircraft’s impact resulted in spilled jet fuel, necessitating hazardous materials crews to respond and mitigate the situation.
- The crash caused damage to vehicles and trailers at the scene, prompting races at the NHRA finals to be halted.
- Witnesses captured footage of the plane crash at the NHRA season finale, showing survivors being transported to local hospitals.
