Chopper Twirls Uncontrollably into Palm Groves at Frequented Southern California Coast

A helicopter soaring over a well-attended coastal beach unexpectedly commenced twirling out of control, eventually losing altitude and plunging into a cluster of palm trees as onlookers watched.

Recordings shared online capture the aircraft beginning to twirl over Huntington Beach then falling in the direction of the border of the beach, where it becomes wedged between palm trees and a set of stairs close to the coastal road.

Rescue Operation Information

Emergency responders said five persons were rushed to the hospital involving a pair who were in the chopper and were “rescued from the debris” subsequent to the crash on that day.

Three individuals on the street were hurt. Details on their injuries were not yet released.

The reason for the accident was not immediately released.

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The department mentioned the aircraft was linked to an yearly “Cars N Copters” benefit occasion planned for Sunday.

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