In the aftermath of a shocking air force jet crash at Milestone School and College in Dhaka, Bangladesh, grief-stricken students and families are grappling with the loss of loved ones. Year 10 student Farhan Hasan shared his poignant recollection of the chaotic scene that unfolded just after he completed an exam. The Bangladeshi F-7 training jet, which had taken off for a routine exercise, reportedly experienced a mechanical fault leading it to crash directly into the facility, engulfing the area in flames and smoke.
Tragedy Strikes as Air Force Jet Crashes into Bangladeshi School, Leaving 27 Dead
Tragedy Strikes as Air Force Jet Crashes into Bangladeshi School, Leaving 27 Dead
A devastating air force jet crash during a training exercise has left 27 people dead and over 170 injured at a school in Dhaka. Witness accounts reveal harrowing moments during the incident.
Footage from the scene depicted a horrific fire engulfing the school building, from which thick smoke billowed into the sky. Visibly shaken, Farhan articulated the anguish he felt witnessing the tragic death of his best friend during the crash. "The plane hit the building right in front of my eyes," he recounted, his grief evident in his voice. "My best friend died right in front of me; the plane went right over his head."
As confusion reigned, first responders rushed to assist injured students and parents who were present at the school as the day drew to a close. Local hospitals, including the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, filled with victims; many of whom were children aged between nine and fourteen suffering from severe burns. By the end of the day, the grim toll had increased to at least 27 fatalities.
Witnesses include teachers who reported hearing a loud explosion before seeing flames and smoke. Rezaul Islam, an educator at the school, described the scene as one of utter chaos with injured individuals being carried out by ambulances. Public response has been quick and heartfelt, with many citizens coming forward to donate blood and provide assistance to those affected.
In a statement, Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's interim government leader, expressed profound sorrow over the tragedy and announced an investigation to uncover the cause of the accident. A national day of mourning has been declared, further emphasizing the nation’s collective grief during this tragic incident that has deeply impacted the community.
As confusion reigned, first responders rushed to assist injured students and parents who were present at the school as the day drew to a close. Local hospitals, including the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, filled with victims; many of whom were children aged between nine and fourteen suffering from severe burns. By the end of the day, the grim toll had increased to at least 27 fatalities.
Witnesses include teachers who reported hearing a loud explosion before seeing flames and smoke. Rezaul Islam, an educator at the school, described the scene as one of utter chaos with injured individuals being carried out by ambulances. Public response has been quick and heartfelt, with many citizens coming forward to donate blood and provide assistance to those affected.
In a statement, Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's interim government leader, expressed profound sorrow over the tragedy and announced an investigation to uncover the cause of the accident. A national day of mourning has been declared, further emphasizing the nation’s collective grief during this tragic incident that has deeply impacted the community.
