Caught On Camera: 8 Killed In Brazil’s Fiery Hot-Air Balloon Crash | World News

New Delhi: A destructive hot air balloon accident occurred in the state of South Santa Catarina, Brazil, which resulted in the death of at least eight people. The incident occurred on Saturday, 21 passengers, the tourism balloon, early in the morning during the flight and fall in the city of Praia Grande occurred.

According to media reports, the state fire brigade said that the balloon accident was a disaster and that emergency services were quickly deployed to the scene. Thirteen surviving people were rescued and transferred to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident and the authorities are working to support the victims’ families.

The video of the incident immediately became viral on social media and gained great momentum.

A social media user released the video and wrote, “What started as a natural flight ended with a heart attack”.

Tragic event:
The hot air balloon carrying 21 people, Brazil, Santa Catarina, Praia Grande, left at least 8 dead.

What started as a natural flight resulted in a heart attack. pic.twitter.com/aybpdtfdvb– MOIN UL REHMAN (@oyeemoin) 21 June 2025

Local and state officials confirmed deaths and is trying to determine the scope of the survivors’ injuries. The incident sent shock waves through the community and an investigation continues to determine the conditions surrounding the tragic accident.