Amazon plane crash near Miami airport kills at least 5, strikes vehicles

Five people were killed and multiple others injured when an Amazon cargo plane at Miami International Airport overshot the runway and struck multiple vehicles just outside the airport, according to Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office.

First responders reported seeing heavy smoke and flames when they arrived at the crash site. In addition to the five people who were killed in the collision, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue reported five others were hurt and taken to area medical facilities for treatment.

Amazon plane crashes at Miami International 

What we know:

The Amazon plane, operated by 21 Air, overran the runway shortly before 2 p.m. and struck multiple vehicles near the 2100 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue, eventually stopping outside the airport grounds, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. The agency dispatched more than 60 units, consisting of about 200 individuals, to assist in the response.

The flight had just arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. 

"Units arrived to find an airplane that had caught on fire as a result of this crash, with heavy flames and smoke showing," MDFR said. "There are multiple patients."

MDFR explained that firefighters were able to knock down the flames using foam from specialized airport firefighting units as crews began searching for and trying to save the pilots and co-pilots in the cockpit, and helping any other patients at the scene.

Video obtained by NBC 6 South Florida shows a Prime Air plane, a Boeing 767, crashed outside Miami International Airport. Flames and smoke could be seen coming from the aircraft.

The National Transportation Safety Board, the agency that investigates plane crashes, said it is "gathering information" about the incident.  

Amazon issued the following statement at 4:10 p.m. ET Sunday: 

"We can confirm that an Amazon Air plane operated by 21 Air experienced an incident while attempting to land at Miami International Airport today. This is a fast-moving situation and we're still gathering details. We're working closely with local authorities and officials to understand exactly what happened. Right now, our absolute priority is the safety, well-being, and care of everyone involved. We're doing everything we can to support those affected."

Ground stop issued

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a full ground stop has been issued at Miami International Airport "while first responders assess the scene."

"If you're traveling through the area, please expect significant delays and potential cancellations," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on X. 

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said her office is "closely monitoring" the situation. 

"Right now, our focus is on everyone involved and making sure our first responders have what they need," she posted on X. "We will provide updates as we learn more."

What we don't know:

It's unclear what caused the plane to overrun the runway. The victims have not yet been identified. Authorities would not say if the victims were onboard the plane or on the ground. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.