Philippines: Military plane crash in Bangkal, Sulu, kills at least 17 and injures 40 others, morning July 4 /update 1

Event

Local reports indicate that at least 17 people have died and 40 others have been injured in a military plane crash in Bangkal, Sulu Province, the morning of July 4. The aircraft carrying 92 individuals, including 84 army personnel, from Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental Province, crashed while attempting to land.

A rescue mission is underway. Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the crash in the coming hours as emergency services respond.

Advice

Avoid the crash site through July 4. Plan for possible ground transport disruptions in the affected area. Heed all official security and transport instructions.