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Small aircraft strikes Beijing's Citic Tower, evacuations underway

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A small aircraft collided with the upper floors of the Citic Tower, Beijing's tallest skyscraper, causing debris to fall and prompting evacuations. The incident occurred around 5:40 PM local time, with videos circulating on social media showing the plane impacting the building. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are investigating the crash. AI

RANK_REASON The event involves a major landmark and a significant incident prompting emergency response and investigation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Small aircraft strikes Beijing's Citic Tower, evacuations underway

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alyssa Chen,Alcott Wei ·

    Small aircraft hits Beijing’s tallest skyscraper, prompting evacuations

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