Helicopter Crash in Sacramento Closes Highway 50, Videos Emerge
A helicopter accident on eastbound Highway 50 in Sacramento, California, has caused a traffic standstill. The incident resulted in reported injuries, with the severity yet to be determined. Authorities have yet to confirm the helicopter's type, although images on social media suggest it was a REACH Air Medical Helicopter. The crash happened shortly after 7 p.m., shortly after the helicopter departed from UC Davis Medical Center before crashing. The helicopter had the tail number A4E489. A video capturing the moment of the crash near downtown Sacramento has surfaced online. Sacramento Councilmember Lisa Kaplan shared images and videos from the crash site, displaying traffic congestion on the highway. The cause of the crash is still being investigated. Eastbound Highway 50 is expected to remain closed for an extended period, with potential impacts on westbound lanes.
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