Reports indicate a small aircraft has crashed in Independence County and is entangled in power lines. Rescue crews are on the scene. There have been reports a helicopter crew from the Arkansas National Guard could be utilized in the rescue, but nothing has been confirmed.
There are no reports of fatalities at this time.
One social media report said the plane went down between Cave Creek and Sandtown.
White River Now will provide more information as the story develops.
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