A plane crash was feared in Akron, Ohio, near the airport on Tuesday, but it turned out to be a large open burn fire situation.
First responders were called to the scene near the Akron Fulton airport, prompting fears of a plane crash.
However, the North Lawrence Fire Department confirmed that there was no downed aircraft.
A local news page shared an update on the blaze, stating that the Akron Fire Department was clearing the scene without incident.
The area was closed to traffic as crews tried to clear up the scene.
The reports of the fire at Akron had sparked panic among many, with some locals offering clarification.
Several others expressed prayers, hoping everyone involved was 'safe' and 'okay'.
