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Brothers Die in Fiery Plane Crash Near Ridgecrest
13 May
Summary
- Two brothers, Ramzi and Temo Al-Shurman, died in a plane crash.
- The crash sparked the Canyon Fire, burning over 2,200 acres.
- Fundraisers have been established for Ramzi's wife and three children.
Two brothers, identified as Ramzi and Temo Al-Shurman, lost their lives in a plane crash on May 7 near Ridgecrest, California. The incident occurred on Bureau of Land Management property and resulted in the ignition of the Canyon Fire.
The crash near the El Paso Mountains Wilderness area triggered a significant wildfire. CAL FIRE reported that the blaze grew from approximately 100 acres to nearly 800 acres within minutes, eventually consuming over 2,200 acres. The fire's rapid spread was attributed to challenging access and dry desert vegetation.
Ramzi Al-Shurman, 28, was a newly graduated flight instructor days away from starting his dream job as a private pilot. He is survived by his wife, Nadeen, and three young children. A fundraiser for Nadeen has raised over $77,000, with organizers aiming for $200,000 to provide financial stability.
Temo Al-Shurman also perished in the crash alongside his brother. His fiancée shared her devastation, noting the heartbreak of losing both brothers together. She is seeking funds for travel expenses to California and for funeral costs as the family grieves.
