At least five people have been killed and five others injured after a cargo plane sped off a runway at Miami International Airport
The Amazon Air cargo plane overshot the runway after landing at about 14:00 local time (19:00 BST) and left the runway at nearly 130mph (209kmh) - see the path of the plane
The Boeing 767-300 hit multiple vehicles, caught fire, and came to a rest tipped forward onto its nose - 200 firefighters responded the initial crash reports
Three of the injured have been taken to a local trauma centre, while two others are in hospital, officials say
Amazon says it was "heartbroken" to learn that five people had died in the crash at Miami International Airport.
"Our deepest sympathies go out to the families, loved ones, and all those affected by this devastating loss," Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel says.
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Image source, EPAMiami Dade Fire Rescue has provided an update on its operation at Miami International Airport, where it says it is continuing to provide support at the scene, in addition to managing the ongoing fuel leak.
It says that more than 60 units and approximately 200 firefighters responded to the initial report of a cargo plane crash. Upon arrival, the fire department says it found an aircraft engulfed in flames and producing a large amount of smoke.
It says the fire was "complex" and was burning in the engine compartment.
Firefighters also rescued a person who was trapped under a vehicle.
The fire department says specialist units safely shut down the aircraft's engine, and worked to control the fuel leak. It reiterated the incident poses no risk to the safety of the community.
The Boeing 767-300 cargo plane was landing in Miami after departing from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico on Sunday when it overran the runway.
The aircraft struck vehicles on a road immediately behind the runway. FlightRadar24 reports the plane has come to rest near a parking lot that services an Amazon warehouse and other businesses.
Flight data from tracking site FlightRadar24 shows that the Amazon cargo flight was travelling at 112 knots (129mph, 207km/h) as it exited the "useable runway".
In a blog post, the site says the plane came to rest near a parking lot that services an Amazon warehouse and other businesses.
There were thunderstorms and gusting winds in Miami at the time of the incident, the site says.
Miami-Dade's county's sheriff has also just addressed the media.
Rosie Cordero-Stutz says it is a "very active scene" and "included a plane and included vehicles as well".
The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will not be providing statements at this time, she adds.
We've also just heard from Miami's fire chief, Raied Jadallah. He says that three people are in critical condition and have been taken to a local trauma centre.
Two others are in hospital, he adds.
Jadallah says the fire department arrived on scene within 30 seconds of receiving the emergency call.
The mayor says "we want everyone to know that this area's still a very active scene" and she asks people to keep away from the area.
She continues by saying a dedicated hotline has been set up.
"If you believe that one of your family members may be involved in this tragedy, please contact the Miami Dade sheriff's office at 305-471-2400".
The mayor, however, emphasises that line is only for family.
Cava says five others are injured. She describes it as an "incredibly difficult" day.
The mayor says fire fighters were on the scene within minutes, and officials will continue to update the public.
"We can confirm that we have at least five deceased individuals," Mayor Daniella Levine Cava tells a news conference.
"Multiple individuals were transported to local hospitals with unknown injuries," Cava says.
Flights still cannot depart Miami International Airport but appear to be scheduled to resume soon.
The Federal Aviation Administration says that flights will not be allowed to depart until 17:30 local time (22:30 BST). There are delays of about six hours for flights out of Miami, the agency says.
Flight tracking data doesn't show flights landing yet - one flight, from Doha to Miami, appears to be circling the airport.
The disruption to flights in Miami has come during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year in the US.
The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) predicted 17 million travellers at US airports in the week leading up to Monday's Labor Day bank holiday.
The TSA, which screens passengers flying in the US, predicted that 2.3 million people would fly on Sunday alone.
New photos are emerging of the crash site. They show damage to the plane's wing. It also appears that a door on the side of the plane is open.
Several emergency vehicles can still be seen at the site of the crash.
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Image source, Getty ImagesA plane overran the runway at Miami International Airport, crashing into a nearby roadway.
Here's what we know.
We don't yet know what caused the crash, how many patients are being treated or the extent of their injuries. We also don't know how many vehicles were struck on the roadway.
Video shows damaged Amazon cargo plane after crash
Amazon has confirmed that an Amazon Air flight has crashed in Miami.
"We can confirm that an Amazon Air plane operated by 21 Air experienced an incident while attempting to land at Miami International Airport today," says Kelly Nantel, Amazon's Director of Corporate Global Media Relations.
"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," she continues.
"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."
The BBC has reached out to 21 Air about the incident.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava wrote on X that her office "is closely monitoring the situation" at Miami airport.
She adds that firefighters "and our airport teams are on the scene."
"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."
Photos are now beginning to arrive into our newsroom showing the aftermath of the crash.
A plane with the Amazon logo can be seen tilted downwards, with what appears to be soot on the side of its cabin.
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Image source, ReutersMiami Dade Fire Rescue tells the BBC's US news partner CBS News that crews "received reports of a hazardous situation involving a plane that overran a runway and struck multiple vehicles" at 13:55 local time (18:55 BST).
Authorities "arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing".
The statement says there are "multiple patients" at the scene, and that over 60 members of Miami Dade Fire Rescue are responding.
"We will provide additional updates on patients as they become available," the statement says.
Image source, Getty ImagesA new statement from the airport says that the flight that crashed was an Amazon cargo plane.
"At approximately 2 p.m. today, Prime Air flight 7598 overran Miami International Airport’s diagonal runway and is disabled at the northwest end of the airport," the airport says in a statement.
"All runways and taxiways at [Miami International Airport] are currently closed as of 3:00 p.m. and a ground stop is in effect."
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue is responding to the scene, the airport says, directing "questions regarding injuries or fatalities" to them.
The BBC has reached out to Amazon.
