LOUISVILLE, Ky. —

BREAKING UPDATE: At least four people are dead, 11 injured (at least two in critical condition, at least eight with non-life-threatening injuries) and there are two missing from a nearby auto shop.

A UPS plane crashed at Louisville’s international airport, causing an explosion, dangerous plumes of smoke and fire to spread nearly a mile.

At least three people are dead and 11 injured. Gov. Andy Beshear said he expects those numbers to grow.

The FAA said the cargo plane crashed around 5:15 p.m. as it was taking off from SDF, heading toward Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii.

WARNING: Video below shows the fiery crash. Viewer discretion advised.

 

 

UPS said there were three crewmembers on board.

Because of the long trip, the plane was fully fueled, leading to a large fire. It was carrying about 38,000 gallons of fuel. The fire spread easily to nearby facilities, including a large recycling center.

So far, there are no reports of anyone trapped, but more than a dozen entities are on the scene and nearby buildings are being searched.

Fire officials said they are going door-to-door in the immediate area to make sure everyone is accounted for.

SDF said the airfield is closed and screening at the TSA security checkpoint is temporarily suspended.

Passengers scheduled to depart from or arrive in SDF Tuesday or Wednesday should closely monitor their flight status.

UPS Worldport is halting operations. Next Day Air sort has been canceled and employees should not report to work Tuesday night.

Beshear said there was no hazardous material on board. However, officials said there are still several businesses affected and there are some hazardous materials there to address.

The type of aircraft that crashed is an MD-11. It is 34 years old.

UPS said the National Transportation Safety Board is in charge of the investigation and will be the primary source of information.