Plane Crash on Interstate 26 near Asheville Prompts Emergency Response and Road Closure

A small plane made a forced landing on Interstate 26 in Asheville, North Carolina, catching fire and causing traffic disruptions. Two people were transported to the hospital, and the cause of the fire is unknown. The airport deployed a fire truck for assistance, and multiple agencies responded to the scene. I-26 westbound will be closed indefinitely, with a detour in place. Additionally, power outages were reported in the area, affecting around 3,300 customers.