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Last Updated:June 21, 2025, 20:02 IST
According to Jorginho Mello, the local governor, the incident took place in Praia Grande on Saturday morning.
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At least eight people were killed after a hot air balloon carrying 21 passengers caught fire in Brazil’s southern region of Santa Catarina on Saturday.
“We are all shocked by the accident involving a balloon in Praia Grande, this Saturday morning. Our rescue team is already on site… So far, we have confirmed eight deaths and two survivors," local governor Jorginho Mello said on X.
Moment burning hot air balloon PLUMMETS to groundTerrifying footage of tragedy in southern Brazil
Officials say at least 8 dead and 2 SURVIVORS pic.twitter.com/Q2bC3qZNWW
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A video of the incident is also going viral on X.
Location :Brazil
First Published:News world 8 Dead After Hot Air Balloon Carrying 21 Passengers Catches Fire In Brazil | Video
