The Philippine Consulate General in New York said it is closely monitoring reports of a small plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia near Cottman and Roosevelt Boulevard.

According to foreign media, the aircraft is a small medical transport which was on a mission late Friday evening and was on its way to Missouri when the tragic accident occurred. It was carrying 6 passengers including a child. Rescuers have not been able to confirm any survivors from the crash.

The Consulate, who also has jurisdiction over Pennsylvania, said it is in touch with the Filipino community as well as organizations to determine if any Filipino nationals were affected.

“At this time, there have been no confirmed reports of Filipino nationals impacted by the incident,” it said.

It added that the Consulate is ready to provide assistance to those who may require support.

“The Consulate stands ready to provide assistance to any Filipino nationals who may require support. For consular assistance, please contact our emergency hotline at (+1) 917-294-0196,” it noted.

The Philippine Consulate also offered its sympathies to those who were affected by the accident.

“Our thoughts are with those affected by this incident,” it said.

This is the second aviation accident that occurred in the United States following a mid-air collision between an American Airlines jet carrying 60 passengers and an army helicopter with three soldiers onboard.