SEARCH and rescue operations are underway in Davao del Sur after a small aircraft carrying six foreign nationals crashed into a cliff in Santa Cruz town early Tuesday, November 10.
The Digos City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office confirmed the incident, stating the plane went down in Sitio Boribad, Barangay Tibolo, while residents reported seeing the aircraft flying at very low altitude shortly before impact. The flight is believed to have departed from Butuan City and was reportedly en route to explore or survey the Mount Apo area.
Local authorities received reports from witnesses who observed the plane descend unusually low over the forested, mountainous terrain before striking the cliff face. Emergency teams were immediately dispatched to the remote site, though access has proven difficult due to the rugged landscape. No details have yet been released regarding the identities of those on board, their nationalities, or the condition of any survivors. The cause of the crash also remains under investigation.
Retrieval efforts are continuing as of press time, with ground teams working to reach the wreckage and assess the situation on site. Officials have assured that updates will be provided as soon as information becomes available, including the names of the passengers and crew, the type of aircraft involved, and any preliminary findings on what led to the accident.
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