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Louisville Names All 14 Victims of UPS MD‑11 Crash as Investigation and Cleanup Continue

Environmental officials say containment has kept about 30,000 gallons of oil out of the city's groundwater.

Overview

  • Kentucky officials released the full list of 14 people who died, including three UPS pilots, and said they do not expect the toll to rise.
  • Investigators said the MD‑11’s left engine caught fire and detached during takeoff from Louisville, and the probe remains active.
  • Environmental crews report progress containing contamination, isolating the basin and preventing roughly 30,000 gallons of oil from entering groundwater, with cleanup timelines still undefined.
  • UPS and FedEx grounded MD‑11 aircraft and the FAA ordered inspections of the model as operators adjust flight plans pending required checks.
  • Louisville opened a support line at 502-473-5271 (7 a.m.–9 p.m. daily except Sundays), UPS will cover funeral costs, and the mayor expects reimbursement for city response expenses.