Plane Explosion Rocks UK’s Southend Airport, Sending Golfers Scrambling
A terrifying scene unfolded over Southend Airport today as an aircraft exploded mid-air, sending a shockwave through the surrounding area. The dramatic incident, described by witnesses as a “fire in the sky,” forced nearby golfers to abandon their games and flee for safety.
Eyewitnesses Describe Dramatic Scene
The explosion rocked the quiet afternoon, transforming the clear sky into a canvas of fire and smoke. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a ball of fire erupt from the aircraft, followed by a thick plume of black smoke. “It was like something out of a movie,” one golfer recounted, still visibly shaken. “We saw this fireball punch through the clouds and just knew we had to get out of there.” Some people instinctively ducked for cover, while others froze in disbelief before the reality of the situation set in and they ran for safety.
Runway Engulfed in Flames
As the burning debris rained down, the runway at Southend Airport was quickly engulfed in flames. Emergency services rushed to the scene to contain the blaze and assess the situation. Details about the aircraft and the cause of the explosion are still emerging.