MIAMI, Fla. — Five people were killed and five others were taken to hospitals after an Amazon cargo plane overran a runway and crashed near Miami International Airport Sunday afternoon, officials said.
Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz confirmed the deaths and injuries during a Sunday news conference.
Authorities have not released the identities of those killed or hospitalized.
The Federal Aviation Administration said 21 Air Flight 7598 overran the runway after landing at Miami International Airport around 2 p.m.
The Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft had departed from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Plane struck multiple vehicles, caught fire
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said the aircraft struck multiple vehicles after leaving the runway.
More than 60 fire rescue units responded to the crash. Crews arrived to find the aircraft on fire with heavy flames and smoke visible.
Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze and assess patients.
Officials have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the deaths or the conditions of those hospitalized.
Airport closed following crash
Miami International Airport said all runways and taxiways were closed following the crash and a ground stop was put into effect because of the disabled aircraft.
Travelers are being encouraged to check directly with their airlines for updated flight information.
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— Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (@MiamiDadeFire) September 6, 2026
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Flights diverted to Orlando
The crash is also affecting travelers in Central Florida.
Orlando International Airport confirmed to Channel 9 Sunday afternoon that it is receiving several flights diverted from Miami International Airport because of the incident.
“This is still an active incident but yes, Orlando International Airport is receiving several diversions from Miami International Airport due to the incident that occurred there this afternoon,” Angela Starke, senior vice president of public affairs for the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, told Channel 9.
MCO is asking diverted passengers to work directly with their airlines to reach their final destinations.
Outbound passengers are also being encouraged to check with their airline before heading to MCO to make sure their flight is on time.
FAA, NTSB investigating
The FAA said it will investigate the crash.
The National Transportation Safety Board is also sending a team to Miami to investigate.
The cause of the crash has not been determined.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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