F/A-18 Jet Crashes into San Diego Neighborhood

Shortly before noon today, a military F-18 fighter jet crashed into a San Diego neighborhood described as "a heavily populated area" near the 805 freeway. The crash occurred as the jet prepared to land at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, two miles away. At least two houses and one car were reported to be on fire, but it was not immediately clear if anyone was hurt. A pilot reportedly ejected before impact and may be injured.