US EditionBrazil Hot Air Balloon Crash: How 13 Survived Fire that Killed 8 and What Caused the Accident
- A hot-air balloon carrying 21 people caught fire and crashed in Praia Grande, Santa Catarina, Brazil, on June 21, 2025, killing eight and injuring 13.
- The crash occurred shortly after a similar hot air balloon accident in São Paulo last week that resulted in the death of a 27-year-old woman and left 11 people wounded, leading to ongoing inquiries into the causes and safety measures.
- The fire reportedly started in the basket, leading the pilot to order passengers to jump as the balloon descended rapidly, while emergency teams provided support and rescue.
- Santa Catarina Governor Jorginho Mello declared 'we are in mourning' and confirmed state teams are assisting victims' families, while President Lula offered federal support for recovery efforts.
- The operator Sobrevoar suspended its operations indefinitely, and authorities are investigating safety protocols amid rising concerns over balloon tour risks during June festivals.
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RAW VIDEO: Hot-Air Balloon in Brazil Catches Fire and Falls From the Sky, Killing 8 and Injuring 13
A hot-air balloon caught fire and tumbled from the sky on Saturday in Brazil ’s southern state of Santa Catarina, killing eight people, firefighters said. Footage shared by local news outlet G1 showed billows of smoke coming from the balloon, which was in flames as it hurtled toward the ground in the municipality of Praia […]
Fiery hot-air balloon tragedy kills at least 8 people: 'We are in mourning'
A hot-air balloon crash in Santa Catarina, Brazil, killed eight people after catching fire mid-flight, with 13 survivors, including the pilot, who were hospitalized with unknown injuries.
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