A small plane struck Beijing’s tallest tower before noon. Witnesses noticed the jet strike the glass façade and heard a loud bang. The crash created holes in the windows and sent debris onto the street. Onlookers described a bright flash as the aircraft collided.
City officials have yet to released casualty numbers or the plane’s source. Fire crews and police are currently, clearing wreckage and assessing the building’s stability. Rescue units are moving through the tower to search for individuals in need of help. Nearby residents have been moved out as a precautionary step. The incident remains under investigation.