US B-52 crashes seconds after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base
A U.S. Air Force strategic bomber, a B-52, crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California just seconds after taking off. According to U.S. media reports, the incident happened around 11:20 a.m. local time.
Shortly afterward, photos and videos from the scene began circulating on social media. They showed thick black smoke rising from the crash area inside the base.
As of the time of reporting, the military had not released any official information about casualties or the condition of the crew. No further details were provided about the cause of the crash or the aircraft's mission.
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