Hercules Plane Crash in Bolivia Kills 15, Injures 30

0:00From Adelaide, this is your February 28th update. A Bolivian Air Force Hercules playing crashed into a busy avenue in El Alto near the capital of La Paz, killing 15 people and injuring at least 30 others. The aircraft was carrying new bank notes to parts of the country interior when bad weather contributed to the accident. Firefighters first reported the death toll to local media, though officials have not yet confirmed the numbers. The crash happened to mid-heavy rain and strong winds in the high altitude city. I win his videos on social media captured crowds rushing to the wreckage, grabbing scattered cash from the street. Rescue workers had to use water hoses to push back the crowds and secure the area. The planes slammed into several vehicles, leaving it badly wrecked along with the cars. El Alto International Airport shut down temporarily right after the incident. Bolivia's central bank plan to update reporters that same Friday evening as investigations continue into what caused the crash. This story is made possible by our sponsor. Comfort you can hear, sound you can relax into,

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