B-52 crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base

RPT: explosion at Edwards Air Force Base

Edwards Air Force Base posted on X: "A United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff on the Edwards airfield at 11:20 a.m. Emergency crews immediately responded to the scene and the situation is ongoing. More information will be provided as it becomes available."

A military jet crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. 

What they're saying:

Military officials said the crash involving an Air Force B-52 happened shortly after takeoff in the remote area. Aerial images from SkyFOX showed fire crews at the scene and a plume of smoke on the runway. 

It is not believed there are any survivors. 

"Please join me in praying for the B-52 crew at Edwards Air Force Base and the entire Edwards community," said Rep. Vince Fong on X. 

What we don't know:

The cause of the crash is under investigation. The names of the Air Force members on the aircraft have not been released.