An F-16 from the Texas Air National Guard crashed Thursday afternoon in Blair Township, southwest of Traverse City in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, during a joint training mission, according to the Texas Air National Guard. The pilot successfully ejected before the crash and is in stable condition.

Emergency crews responded to the crash near County Road 633 and Blair Townhall Road, and authorities issued a shelter-in-place order for the surrounding area. Roads near the crash site were also closed as crews responded.

The aircraft went down in a rural area, and officials are working to secure the crash site while assessing any potential damage or hazards on the ground. Authorities have not reported any other injuries connected to the crash.

The cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and assess the crash site.

The pilot's successful ejection is a positive development, though the extent of any injuries has not been publicly detailed beyond the report that the pilot is in stable condition. Further information is expected as the investigation continues.