US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes shortly after takeoff in California

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber reportedly crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California on Monday.

According to a statement from the base, the incident occurred at approximately 11:20 a.m. local time (1920 GMT).

Images and videos shared on social media showed a large plume of black smoke rising into the sky, visible from several miles away.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether there were any injuries or fatalities resulting from the crash.

Emergency response teams were deployed to the area, while an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident.

The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range strategic bomber that has been in service with the US Air Force for decades and remains a key component of the country’s military aviation fleet.

Further details are expected as officials continue to assess the situation. (Newswire)

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