An aircraft crashed in the Philippines with 85 people on board.
A C-130 military transport plane crashed.
The incident that occurred on Jolo Island became known on Sunday, July 4.
It is known that the tragedy occurred today at 06:30 Belarusian time.
According to foreign media reports, the plane crash occurred during landing.
The pilots were unable to land the aircraft on the runway.
As a result of the fact that the plane did not reach this part of the airfield, a fire occurred.
Rescuers are currently working at the scene of the tragedy.
It is noted that representatives of emergency services managed to save many passengers: at least 40 people.
The search for the remaining people continues. It is possible that other military personnel who were on board the plane, as well as crew members, could be rescued.
The rescue operation is currently ongoing.
