"The plane struck the Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting vehicle on Runway 4 late Sunday as it was responding to a separate, unknown incident, the Port Authority for New York and New Jersey, which operates LaGuardia, told UPI in a statement."
"The airport is currently closed to facilitate the response and allow for a thorough investigation, according to the Port Authority."
"Air Canada confirmed to UPI that it was aware of the crash involving Air Canada Express Flight 8646 from Montreal, Canada, to New York City."
"New York City's official Emergency Notification System has issued an alert warning residents to expect cancellations, road closures, traffic delays and emergency personnel near LaGuardia Airport."
An Air Canada regional jet collided with an emergency vehicle at LaGuardia Airport, prompting the FAA to halt air traffic. The incident occurred at 11:47 p.m. EST, involving Air Canada Express Flight 8646, which was carrying 72 passengers and four crew members. The Port Authority confirmed the vehicle was responding to another incident. The airport was closed for investigation and emergency response protocols were activated. New York City's Emergency Notification System warned of cancellations and traffic delays near the airport.
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