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A plane with 62 people on board crashes in Brazil

An aircraft heading for Guarulhos Airport near the city of Sao Paulo has apparently crashed. There were 62 people on board.

- A plane with 62 people on board crashes in Brazil

In Brazil, a plane carrying 62 people has crashed. All passengers are believed to have died, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced, calling for a minute of silence. The crash occurred in the city of Vinhedo, Voepass Linhas Aereas airline reported.

The aircraft, an ATR-72, was traveling from Cascavel in the state of Parana to Guarulhos in Sao Paulo, G1 news website reported, citing Voepass. The fire department of Sao Paulo sent personnel to the crash site.

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Investigations into the cause of the crash are focused on various factors, including mechanical issues or other potential causes. The mourning country requests international support and condolences as they process this tragic event.

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