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F-16 Crash in Michigan Sparks Chemical Alert | Eau Claire News
An F-16 fighter jet crashed in northern Michigan during a training mission, but the pilot ejected safely and is recovering in stable condition. The aircraft, from the Texas Air National Guard, likely suffered engine failure after a bird strike, sending up black smoke before impact. A toxic chemical, hydrazine — used in the jet’s emergency systems — was released, exposing 30 people, six of whom spent the night in the hospital. Nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution, with most residents able to return by evening. Authorities are investigating the crash, which underscores the dangers of…
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