A Learjet 55 air ambulance crash shortly after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport resulted in seven fatalities and numerous injuries. The aircraft crashed within a densely populated area, creating widespread destruction. Authorities have begun a detailed investigation led by the National Transportation Safety Board but have not yet determined the cause of the crash. The scene of the incident is extensive, with officials concerned that casualty figures may rise. Efforts are ongoing to assess damage and collect debris for analysis.
"Authorities couldn't yet say why the jet crashed, and Adam Thiel, the city's managing director, said it could be days - or longer - until officials are able to fully count the number of dead and injured across a sprawling impact area in a densely populated residential area."
"As of Saturday morning, officials said, there were seven dead - six on the jet and the person in the car - and 19 injured."
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