A tragic hot air balloon accident in Brazil has led to the deaths of at least eight people. This incident occurred on Saturday morning in Praia Grande, a city located in the southern state of Santa Catarina, known for its popularity among tourists.
According to Jorginho Mello, the governor of Santa Catarina, there were 21 people aboard the balloon when it went down. In a statement posted on social media, he confirmed that eight individuals lost their lives, while 13 others survived the crash. Mello expressed his shock over the incident and assured that local authorities are providing support to the victims’ families.
The accident has drawn significant attention, especially after a video surfaced showing the balloon crashing in flames. The cause of the accident remains unknown as investigations are still ongoing.
Praia Grande, where the accident took place, is a well-known tourist destination, which adds to the community’s grief over this unfortunate event. Governor Mello stated that the situation is being closely monitored as authorities work to understand what went wrong.