Multiple people died in Houston after a private helicopter crashed into a radio tower and sparked a large fire on Sunday night. The Houston Fire Department reported that four people, including a child, were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash. The crash occurred in the Second Ward neighborhood and led to a fire that spread as far as three blocks before being extinguished. Fortunately, no one on the ground was injured in the incident. The helicopter involved in the crash was identified as a Robinson R44, and the identities of the individuals on board have not been released. Authorities have stated that the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration will be conducting an investigation into the cause of the crash. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that can arise from air travel and the importance of proper safety precautions.
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Fatalities reported following helicopter collision with radio tower in Houston inferno
