Chopper Spirals Wildly into Palm Groves at Popular California Coast

An aircraft hovering above a crowded southern California coastline abruptly commenced twirling uncontrollably, finally dropping height and smashing into a line of palm groves as spectators observed.

Videos posted online capture the chopper starting to spin near the beach then falling towards the perimeter of the shore, where it becomes wedged amidst palm trees and a steps near the Pacific Coast highway.

First Aid Details

Emergency responders stated five people were transported to a medical facility involving two who were in the helicopter and were “safely pulled from the wreckage” subsequent to the accident on that day.

Three persons on the road were hurt. Specifics on their injuries were still under review.

What led to the incident was not yet disclosed.

Related Gathering

Officials mentioned the chopper was connected to an regular “Cars with Copters” charity gathering set for Sunday.

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Michael Evans

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