Tragic Plane Crash Claims Three Lives and Devastates Portland Neighborhood

A twin-engine Cessna crashed into townhouses in a neighborhood east of Portland, resulting in three fatalities and setting multiple homes ablaze. The crash, which occurred near Troutdale Airport, also caused a brush fire. The NTSB is investigating the incident.

In a tragic incident, three people were killed when a small plane crashed into a row of townhouses east of Portland, igniting the homes. The crash took place Saturday morning, and the ensuing fire displaced multiple families, as confirmed by local authorities.

Originally reported as carrying two passengers, the plane also resulted in one missing resident. Scenes from the crash showed townhomes engulfed in massive flames with black smoke billowing out. Gresham Fire Chief Scott Lewis indicated that four homes were affected, and two individuals received on-site medical care.

The Federal Aviation Administration identified the aircraft as a twin-engine Cessna 421C, which crashed around 10:30 AM near Troutdale Airport. The crash site, a residential area in Fairview, led to a brush fire after downing power lines. Initial reports suggest no mayday call was made before the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board has begun an investigation into the crash.

(With inputs from agencies.)