At least eight people lost their lives in a tragic hot air balloon accident on Saturday in the southern Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, according to the region’s governor.
“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,” Governor Jorginho Mello said in a statement shared on X.
Mello noted that emergency crews are continuing their search efforts, as initial reports suggest there were 22 individuals aboard the balloon at the time of the incident.
Footage circulating on social media captures the balloon engulfed in flames while airborne, before it collapses and crashes to the ground.
Videos of hot air balloon crashing in Praia Grande, Brazil
BREAKING: At least eight people are dead after a hot air balloon carrying 22 people crashed in Praia Grande, in Brazil’s state of Santa Catarinapic.twitter.com/LlKn24RK3R
— Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) June 21, 2025
Um balão com cerca de 22 pessoas no cesto, pegou fogo e caiu, em Praia Grande, SC. Até o momento quatro mortes confirmadas, mas analisando pelo vídeo, o número com certeza é maior. pic.twitter.com/EhEJG3NWAy
— Darlei (Taylor's Version) (@DarleiOGay) June 21, 2025
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