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We now know that at least five people were killed, and five others were seriously injured, at Miami International Airport on Sunday after an Amazon cargo plane overran the runway, struck multiple vehicles and caught fire while landing.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) confirmed that there were at least 10 victims involved in the crash, which happened when Prime Air flight 7598 overran Miami International Airport’s diagonal runway [number 30] at about 2 p.m. local time.
An Amazon spokesperson expressed condolences following the devastating crash at Miami International Airport that left five people dead.
"We're heartbroken to learn that five people lost their lives in today’s incident at Miami International Airport. Our deepest sympathies go out to the families, loved ones, and all those affected by this devastating loss," the company said.
The tragedy unfolded Sunday afternoon after an Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 operated by 21 Air crashed while attempting to land at the airport.
Fire Chief Raied Jadallah said three people were transported to a trauma center in critical condition, while two others were taken to a local hospital.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said rescue crews wasted no time responding to the crash.
The rescue team "was there within seconds of the crash," Cava said.
Firefighters were also dealing with a dangerous fuel leak from the aircraft.
"We do still have an active fuel leak that's occurring off of the aircraft that is being mitigated," Jadallah said.
Fire officials told Fox News Digital that the fire originated in the aircraft's engine. HazMat crews were able to safely shut down the engine while firefighters worked to contain the fuel leak.
"Firefighters encountered a complex engine compartment fire and used foam from specialized airport firefighting units to extinguish the flames," officials said.
The crash also involved vehicles on the roadway, leaving several victims trapped inside their cars. According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, one victim required "extrication" by specialized technical rescue personnel.
Crews simultaneously launched search-and-rescue operations for the pilots and co-pilots, who officials said were trapped inside the cockpit. Emergency personnel also worked to locate and evaluate patients scattered throughout the crash site.
The scale of the emergency response was massive. More than 60 fire units and approximately 200 personnel rushed to the scene after the aircraft crashed and came to a stop beyond the airport operations boundary.
"Units arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing. Firefighters are working on extinguishing the fire and assessing patients," the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said in a post on X.
MDFR has since shifted into a supporting role, with units remaining at the scene to assist other agencies investigating and responding to the disaster.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) confirmed that there were at least 10 victims involved in the crash, which happened when Prime Air flight 7598 overran Miami International Airport’s diagonal runway [number 30] at about 2 p.m. local time.
An Amazon spokesperson expressed condolences following the devastating crash at Miami International Airport that left five people dead.
"We're heartbroken to learn that five people lost their lives in today’s incident at Miami International Airport. Our deepest sympathies go out to the families, loved ones, and all those affected by this devastating loss," the company said.
The tragedy unfolded Sunday afternoon after an Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 operated by 21 Air crashed while attempting to land at the airport.
Fire Chief Raied Jadallah said three people were transported to a trauma center in critical condition, while two others were taken to a local hospital.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said rescue crews wasted no time responding to the crash.
The rescue team "was there within seconds of the crash," Cava said.
Firefighters were also dealing with a dangerous fuel leak from the aircraft.
"We do still have an active fuel leak that's occurring off of the aircraft that is being mitigated," Jadallah said.
Fire officials told Fox News Digital that the fire originated in the aircraft's engine. HazMat crews were able to safely shut down the engine while firefighters worked to contain the fuel leak.
"Firefighters encountered a complex engine compartment fire and used foam from specialized airport firefighting units to extinguish the flames," officials said.
The crash also involved vehicles on the roadway, leaving several victims trapped inside their cars. According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, one victim required "extrication" by specialized technical rescue personnel.
Crews simultaneously launched search-and-rescue operations for the pilots and co-pilots, who officials said were trapped inside the cockpit. Emergency personnel also worked to locate and evaluate patients scattered throughout the crash site.
The scale of the emergency response was massive. More than 60 fire units and approximately 200 personnel rushed to the scene after the aircraft crashed and came to a stop beyond the airport operations boundary.
"Units arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing. Firefighters are working on extinguishing the fire and assessing patients," the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said in a post on X.
MDFR has since shifted into a supporting role, with units remaining at the scene to assist other agencies investigating and responding to the disaster.
Amazon confirmed that the aircraft experienced an "incident" while attempting to land, though the company did not immediately provide details about what caused the crash.
"We can confirm that an Amazon Air plane operated by 21 Air experienced an incident while attempting to land at Miami International Airport today," Amazon said.
"This is a fast-moving situation and we're still gathering details. We're working closely with local authorities and officials to understand exactly what happened. Right now, our absolute priority is the safety, well-being, and care of everyone involved. We're doing everything we can to support those affected."
Boeing also weighed in, confirming that the aircraft has been flying for decades.
The aerospace giant told Fox News that the Boeing 767 was originally delivered as a passenger aircraft in 1994 before later being converted into a freighter.
"Boeing extends our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the accident in Miami. Our hearts go out to those injured and affected by this tragedy. Boeing is supporting the investigation led by the U.S National Transportation Safety Board," the company said.
The Federal Aviation Administration said 21 Air Flight 7598, a Boeing 767-300, had departed Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
County CAD records indicate that the emergency call came in at approximately 1:55 p.m.
Cava said local officials were closely monitoring the situation as emergency crews continued their work.
"Right now, our focus is on everyone involved and making sure our first responders have what they need. We will provide updates as we learn more," she said in a post on X.
The crash immediately disrupted operations at one of the nation's busiest airports.
Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said authorities had issued a full ground stop while first responders assessed the wreckage and dealt with the emergency.
"We’ve issued a full ground stop at Miami International while first responders assess the scene after an Amazon cargo plane overran the runway. If you’re traveling through the area, please expect significant delays and potential cancellations," he said in a post on X.
Airport officials later announced that one runway had reopened, but warned that they were "still experiencing impacts from this incident."
Passengers scheduled to fly out of Miami on Sunday were urged to check directly with their airlines for the latest flight information before heading to the airport.
For now, investigators face the grim task of determining exactly what went wrong during the landing and how an aircraft carrying cargo ended up crashing beyond the airport's operations boundary and striking vehicles on the ground.
The investigation will ultimately have to provide answers, but for the families of those who died, no explanation can undo the loss suffered Sunday in Miami.
The National Transportation Safety Board is sending Jennifer Homendy. She is the Chairwoman of the NTSB and reports say she'll be leading the team investigating the crash. The NTSB has an office in Miami so the investigation should start very soon.
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