Helicopter Spirals Uncontrollably into Palm Fronds at Popular California Beach

An aircraft flying near a well-attended California beach suddenly commenced twirling uncontrollably, eventually dropping height and crashing into a line of palm groves as beachgoers watched.

Videos shared on social media show the chopper starting to spin above the beach then plunging towards the perimeter of the coast, where it becomes wedged between palms and a steps close to the coastal road.

Rescue Operation Details

The Huntington Beach fire department stated five people were transported to a medical facility involving two who were in the helicopter and were “safely pulled from the wreckage” after the accident on the weekend.

Three individuals on the road were injured. Details on their injuries were still under review.

The cause of the crash was still under investigation.

Related Gathering

Officials indicated the chopper was associated with an annual “Cars with Copters” charity gathering scheduled for Sunday.

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