BLAIR TWP. Mich. (WWJ) -- Multiple people were treated at a hospital after a fighter jet crashed in Northern Michigan, according to authorities.
Thursday afternoon in Blair Township, south of Traverse City, an F-16 assigned to the Texas Air National Guard went down while participating in a training mission out of Alpena.
The pilot ejected, survived, and was last listed in stable condition at a hospital.
Michigan State Police ordered an evacuation within a one-mile radius of the crash site, due to a "hazardous chemical spill" from the wreckage.
According to officials at Munson Medical Center, health hazards at the site were primarily from hydrazine, a toxic chemical used in the F-16's emergency power system that can cause respiratory issues and chemical burns if inhaled or touched. First responders also had to contend with hazardous airborne fibers from burned carbon composite materials and unburned jet fuel.
Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office said several first responders were evaluated at a local hospital for possible exposure to the hazardous chemicals. Most were treated and released, while two were kept for an overnight stay.
The remaining two were expected to be released Friday.
Meanwhile, the evacuation order has been lifted near the site.
However, Munson Healthcare reminds residents that individuals within the one mile radius of the incident who are experiencing symptoms such as cough or trouble breathing, should seek medical evaluation
Those in the area who are not symptomatic should continue to monitor themselves for signs such as coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, and seek care if symptoms develops
The sheriff's office said an investigation by the United States Air Force into the crash is ongoing.
Nearby residents are urged to monitor for symptoms
Nearby residents are urged to monitor for symptoms
