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F-16 Crash in Michigan Sparks Chemical Alert | La Crosse News
An F-16 from the Texas Air National Guard crashed in northern Michigan during a routine training flight, but the pilot ejected safely and is now hospitalized in stable condition. Initial reports point to a possible bird strike causing engine failure, though the official cause remains under investigation. The crash sent up thick black smoke, indicating total destruction. Compounding the incident, 30 people—including first responders—were exposed to toxic hydrazine, a chemical used in the jet’s emergency systems, prompting evacuations within a one-mile radius. Most residents were allowed back…
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