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American Airlines plane evacuated after haze reported in cabin

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American Airlines plane evacuated after haze reported in cabin


AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/Gray News) – An American Airlines flight was evacuated at an airport in Georgia on Tuesday morning.

Officials with the Augusta Regional Airport said it was an inbound flight from Charlotte, North Carolina.

Upon landing, officials said a haze was reported inside the cabin of the aircraft.

The plane stopped and passengers were safely evacuated, airport officials said.

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According to a spokesperson for American Airlines, flight No. 5406 experienced a maintenance issue after landing. Passengers deplaned and were escorted to the airport terminal.

“The safety of our customers is our top priority, and we apologize for the inconvenience,” the spokesperson shared in a statement.

Aircraft rescue and fire responded to the scene, but there was no fire reported.

The aircraft was scheduled to leave Augusta Regional Airport later in the afternoon, but has been rescheduled.

Airport officials said it was the only flight affected on Tuesday at Augusta Regional.

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Victim identified in fatal accident on Mike Padgett Highway

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Victim identified in fatal accident on Mike Padgett Highway


AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF) — One person is dead following a crash in Augusta

It happened on the 4600 block of Mike Padgett Highway around 8:50 p.m. Saturday, June 20.

According to the coroner, Charles Cummings, 70, from Augusta was pronounced dead on scene at 9:52 p.m.  An autopsy has been scheduled.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

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Deputies investigating deadly crash on Mike Padgett Highway

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly crash that happened on Mike Padgett Highway Saturday.

Deputies went to the 4600 block around 8:50 p.m. Officials say 70-year-old Charles Cummings of Augusta was pronounced dead at the scene at around 9:52 p.m.

The Richmond County Coroner’s Office also responded to the scene in connection with the fatal crash. An autopsy has been scheduled.

Investigators said the case remains active and ongoing.

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No additional details were released, and the sheriff’s office says updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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2nd annual Juneteenth trail ride draws crowds in Augusta

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The second annual Juneteenth trail ride took place on Old Waynesboro Road in Augusta on Saturday.

The event featured trail rides with horses and ATVs, a mechanical bull contest and music.

People shopped at vendors, and there was entertainment for kids, including a petting zoo, inflatables and games.

“It’s really a privilege just to be able to have the opportunity to share my space, to share my area, and to share for an event with so much value, to give back to my community and a place to celebrate,” said Davon Wallace, chief of operations at Crimson Hills.

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Wallace said they will be hosting more events, with a haunted trail coming in October.

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