In pictures: Chicago runway crash
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A plane has skidded off a runway in Chicago, hitting two cars. A six-year-old boy died and several people were hurt. -
The Southwest Airlines plane tore through a perimeter fence and onto the road. -
Emergency services rushed to the scene. Officials said runway conditions at the time were acceptable despite seven inches (18cm) of snow on the day. -
The 98 passengers and five crew escaped using inflatable chutes and the rear stairway. -
Witnesses have said the front landing gear collapsed as the plane tried to land in the early hours. -
Chicago's Midway airport has been closed while investigations continue into what caused the incident.