A harrowing witness video shared by Leirim Rodrigues and her husband offers a chilling glimpse into the aftermath of a UPS wide-body cargo plane crash that occurred on November 4, 2025. The footage captures the intense fire and thick smoke plumes rising from the crash site, illustrating the chaos and urgency of emergency responders on the scene. Rodrigues, who was in a vehicle with her husband, described the moment of impact as ‘unbelievable,’ with the plane crashing into a residential area near a major highway. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene, with multiple fire trucks and ambulances on the way to contain the situation.
According to local authorities, the crash resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, although the exact number has not yet been officially announced. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the incident. Preliminary reports suggest that the plane, which was carrying a variety of cargo, may have experienced a mechanical failure shortly before impact. The crash site is currently cordoned off, with ongoing inspections and recovery operations expected to take several days.
Witnesses described the intensity of the fire and the overwhelming smoke that engulfed the area. ‘It was like a movie scene,’ said one local resident who was nearby at the time. The community is in shock, with many expressing concern over the safety of air travel and the potential impact on nearby residents. As the investigation continues, the incident serves as a grim reminder of the risks associated with commercial aviation and the need for continued safety improvements.