Plane Crashes On Pelican Lake

Five people are feeling very fortunate to have suffered only minor injuries. A pilot and four passengers were taking a sight seeing tour over Sioux Lookout when their plane crashed shortly after take-off on Sunday on Pelican Lake. O.P.P. are crediting the rapid response by Emergency Services, citizens and Slate Falls Airways employees who assisted in getting everyone to safety. All five people sustained minor injuries and were treated and released from hospital.