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NDTV
18-06-2025
- NDTV
Pilot Killed, 31 Tourists Injured After Two Separate Hot Air Balloon Accidents In Turkey
A pilot was killed and 19 tourists were injured after a hot air balloon crashed in Turkey on Sunday - the same morning, 12 people were injured in a separate crash. According to the People, the first incident took place in the early morning when a balloon carrying 19 Indonesian tourists encountered a sudden change in wind conditions. The pilot attempted a difficult landing, but he fell from the basket and became entangled in the ropes. "Unfortunately, our pilot got stuck under the basket and died," Aksaray Governor Mehmet Ali Kumbuzoglu said in a statement, per the outlet. An investigation into the incident is ongoing. Later the same day, 12 tourists were also injured after a hot air balloon took off from the same location and experienced a hard landing. All passengers reportedly sustained minor injuries and were treated by emergency responders at the scene. Hot air ballooning is a popular tourist activity in Turkey. While generally safe, accidents have occurred in the past due to sudden weather changes, hard landings or mid-air collisions. Last month, a 40-year-old Mexican man fell to his death from a hot air balloon that caught fire. The incident was captured on camera, showing Luicio N dangling from a rope entangled in the balloon's lines as the basket above him was engulfed in flames. The incident took place when a hot air balloon caught fire on the ground with Luicio and two other passengers inside. Luicio bravely pulled the passengers from the basket to safety, but as the balloon ascended, he became entangled in its ropes and was lifted into the air. Tragically, he fell to his death. Police recovered his body, and paramedics treated the two passengers for first-degree burns at a nearby hospital. In another incident, a man in Rajasthan died in April after he allegedly got stuck in a hot air balloon and fell after its rope snapped. The incident took place during an event to mark the 35th anniversary of the foundation day of the Baran district.
Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Indian Express
Man saves 2 passengers from burning hot air balloon; tragic video of him falling to death goes viral
A man lost his life after saving two people from a burning hot air balloon during the First Balloon Festival in Zacatecas, Mexico. A balloon festival is a gathering of hot air balloons, and it features flights, races, and associated activities. The victim was identified Luicio N, 40. He was attending the First Balloon Festival, a part of the Enrique Estrada 2025 Fair, the local police said. The incident occurred on Sunday. A video capturing the moments the man was hanging off the balloon soaring into the sky, as flames engulfed it, has gone viral. As per Riviera Maya News reports, Luicio helped two passengers escape the fire-engulfed hot air balloon but got tied up in its rope. Below the burning basket, Luicio was seen clinging to the rope as the balloon ascended higher before ultimately collapsing, leading to his tragic death. Rodrigo Reyes Mugüerza, the secretary general of Zacatecas, confirmed the details in a Facebook post. The translation of his post said, 'I regret to inform you that during the First Balloon Festival, part of the Enrique Estrada 2025 Fair organised by the city council of this municipality, a person lost their life in an unfortunate incident while aboard a hot air balloon. Authorities immediately rushed to the scene to provide care and support to those affected. We have requested the State Prosecutor's Office to conduct the relevant investigations to clarify the facts and determine responsibilities.' The other two passengers were treated for first-degree burns at a local hospital, as per the New York Post. TRIGGER WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT NEW: Man falls from the basket of a hot air balloon after it caught on fire in Zacatecas, Mexico. The man was seen hanging onto a rope as the balloon continued to go higher in the sky. The incident unfolded when the basket caught fire on the ground. In a final act of… — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) May 13, 2025 Social media users were deeply moved by Lucio's heroic actions. One user said, 'Rest in peace! Sending love and prayers.' Another user wrote, 'May God have mercy on Lucio's soul, and may He comfort Lucio's family and friends, meeting them at their point of need with grace, strength, and peace. Life is precious; cherish every moment with those you love, for we never know how much time we have.'
NDTV
14-05-2025
- NDTV
Horror As Man Falls to His Death After Getting Entangled In Burning Hot Air Balloon In Mexico
A tragic incident occurred during a First Balloon Festival in Zacatecas, Mexico, where a 40-year-old man, identified as Luicio N, fell to his death from a hot air balloon that caught fire. The incident was captured on camera, showing Luicio dangling from a rope entangled in the balloon's lines as the basket above him was engulfed in flames. According to Riviera Maya News, the incident happened when a hot air balloon caught fire on the ground with Luicio and two other passengers inside. Luicio bravely pulled the passengers from the basket to safety, but as the balloon ascended, he became entangled in its ropes and was lifted into the air. Tragically, he fell to his death. Police recovered his body, and paramedics treated the two passengers for first-degree burns at a nearby hospital. Rodrigo Reyes Muguerza, the Secretary General of Zacatecas, confirmed the news and urged local municipalities to tighten safety checks and enforcement mechanisms during festivals to prevent future tragedies. "Immediately, authorities rushed to the scene to provide care and support to the affected people. We have requested the State Prosecutor's Office to carry out the relevant investigations to clarify the facts and disclose responsibilities. We urge all municipal authorities to strengthen their verification mechanisms to avoid such risks during the development of their activities and festivities," Mr Muguerza said in a statement. Luicio's heroic act has sparked an outpouring of emotions on social media, with many users expressing admiration for his bravery. One user wrote, "This man is a hero. That being said. I don't go in hot air balloons for a reason." Another commented, "Terrifying. God bless this heroic man's family and friends with comfort and emotional healing." A third said, "Heartbreaking. His final act was one of courage and sacrifice. May he rest in peace." A fourth added, "What a tragic and heroic story. Luicio's final act of selflessness, trying to save others while facing his own peril, speaks volumes about the strength of the human spirit. RIP to him. His courage will not be forgotten." Hot air balloon accidents are extremely rare, with a mortality rate of less than 0.01% per flight, although exact statistics are hard to come by. According to available data, the chances of fatalities or serious injuries increase when balloons collide with objects like power lines or trees. Authorities are currently investigating the recent incident to determine the cause of the fire and identify potential safety lapses.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Man saves two from burning hot air balloon at Mexican festival, then falls to death
Heroic man dies after saving two from furning hot air balloon at Mexican festival A man tragically fell to his death during the First Balloon Festival in Zacatecas, Mexico, after rescuing two passengers from a hot air balloon that caught fire, according to local officials. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The victim, identified only as 40-year-old Luicio N, was participating in the Enrique Estrada 2025 Fair when the balloon caught fire while still on the ground. According to Riviera Maya News, Luicio helped two passengers escape the burning basket but became entangled in a rope attached to the balloon, which lifted off with him dangling beneath it. Horrifying footage captured the balloon rising as flames engulfed its lower half, with thick black smoke trailing behind. As the balloon floated higher, Luicio was seen clinging to a rope below the burning basket before finally falling to his death. Rodrigo Reyes Mugüerza, secretary general of Zacatecas, confirmed the death and called it 'an unfortunate incident.' He added in a social media statement, 'Immediately, authorities rushed to the scene to provide care and support to the affected people.' Two injured passengers were treated for first-degree burns at a local hospital, according to the New York Post. Authorities are now investigating the accident. 'We have asked the state attorney general's office to conduct the corresponding investigations to clarify the facts and determine responsibility,' Mugüerza said. He urged municipal authorities to 'strengthen their verification mechanisms to avoid these types of risks during their activities and festivities.' Witnesses online praised Luicio for his heroic actions. 'His final act was one of courage and sacrifice. May he rest in peace,' wrote one commenter, while another added, 'Luicio's final act of selflessness... speaks volumes about the strength of the human spirit'. Though dramatic, fatal hot air balloon accidents are statistically rare. A study cited by Daily Mail from Gitnux notes a mortality rate of less than 0.01% per flight, with only 1–2 accidents per 100,000 journeys.
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Daily Record
Moment man falls to his death from hot air balloon in harrowing footage
The tragedy unfolded during the First Balloon Festival, in Zacatecas, Mexico, on Sunday. Harrowing footage has captured the moment a man plunged to his death after clinging to the bottom of a burning hot air balloon. The tragedy unfolded during the First Balloon Festival, in Zacatecas, Mexico, on Sunday. The horrifying clip showed flames consuming the lower half of the balloon mid-flight. Thick black smoke can be seen pouring into the sky - and as the fire intensifies, a lone figure is seen dangling desperately from a rope beneath the blaze, before falling. The Secretary General of Zacatecas, Rodrigo Reyes Mugüerza, said a participant had "lost his life" after an "unfortunate incident" while on board a hot air balloon. In a statement posted to social media, Mugüerza said: "Immediately, authorities rushed to the scene to provide care and support to the affected people. "We have requested the State Prosecutor's Office to carry out the relevant investigations to clarify the facts and disclose responsibilities. We urge all municipal authorities to strengthen their verification mechanisms to avoid such risks during the development of their activities and festivities." The man, identified only by local news outlet Riviera Maya News as a 40-year-old Luicio N, died from his injuries. He is believed to have been inside the balloon with two other people when the fire broke out while the group were still on the ground. As reported by the Mirror, Luicio reportedly helped the other two passengers escape but got stuck in the rope while the balloon started to move. He was then lifted into the air and clung onto the rope several feet below the fire before the fatal drop. The horrifying clip went viral on social media, with many viewers rushing to comment on the tragic incident. "This man is a hero. That being said. I don't go in hot air balloons for a reason," one person said. "Heartbreaking. His final act was one of courage and sacrifice. May he rest in peace," another wrote. "What a tragic and heroic story. Luicio's final act of selflessness, trying to save others while facing his own peril, speaks volumes about the strength of the human spirit. RIP to him. His courage will not be forgotten," a third added. While hot air ballooning carries certain risks, fatal accidents remain extremely rare. According to data from Gitnux, the mortality rate is less than 0.01% per flight, with only around 1 to 2 accidents per 100,000 journeys - making it statistically safer than many other forms of aviation.
