Eleven Dead After Civilian Aircraft Crashes in Northeastern France, Authorities Say

Eleven people have been killed after a civilian aircraft crashed in the town of Tomblaine in northeastern France, local authorities say.

The pilot and 10 skydivers were reportedly among those who died in the crash, according to French news outlet BFM.

Police have urged residents to avoid the area around the airport in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department as emergency services continue operations.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. Further details are expected as the investigation develops.

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