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MV-22B Crash Injures Four Marines in North Carolina

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  • A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey crashed in Bladen Lakes State Forest, North Carolina.
  • The aircraft ignited while carrying about 6,000 pounds of jet fuel, injuring four Marines.
  • One Marine suffered burns and was taken to a clinic while the others received evaluation.
  • Civilian and military crews, led by Fire Chief Dale Brennan, responded to the crash.
  • The Marine Corps opened an investigation while Camp Lejeune warned residents of delays.