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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.'
Sky News AU
15-05-2025
- Sky News AU
Tragic video captures man dangling from fiery hot air balloon before plummeting to his death after saving two passengers
A man fell to his death from a hot air balloon that went up in flames during a Mexican festival, after he heroically saved the lives of two other people onboard in a horrific accident caught on camera. A man fell to his death from a hot air balloon that went up in flames during a Mexican festival Sunday, after he heroically saved the lives of two other people onboard in a horrific accident caught on camera. Harrowing footage posted on X shows the man dangling from a rope that he became entangled in as the basket above him, a raging inferno billowing smoke, floats higher and higher above the ground in an overcast sky. The balloon is next seen gliding along a sunny, bright blue sky when the desperate man, just a black dot from the vast distance, lets go and plummets many feet to Earth. The 40-year-old man, identified only as Luicio N. by the police, died in the fall, according to the Riviera Maya News. — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) May 13, 2025 'I regret to inform you that during the First Balloon Festival, part of the Enrique Estrada 2025 Fair organized by the city council of this municipality, a person lost their life after an unfortunate incident while aboard a hot air balloon,' said Secretary General Rodrigo Reyes Mugüerza. The terrifying incident began on the ground when the hot air balloon, participating in the Zacatecas First Balloon Festival at the Enrique Estrada Fair, caught fire with Luicio and two other passengers sitting inside. Lucio heroically leapt into action, grabbing the two passengers out of its basket and guiding them to safety. But as the balloon moved, Lucio became entangled in its lines and was lifted into the air with it. He dangled from the rope until his fatal fall, according to the local outlet. Police arrived at the scene to recover the hero's body, and paramedics took the two injured passengers to a local hospital, where they were treated for first-degree burns. Cops are investigating the accident and encouraged hot air balloon operators to take all safety precautions, the Riviera Maya News reported. 'We have asked the State Attorney General's Office to conduct the corresponding investigations to clarify the facts and determine responsibility. We urge all municipal authorities to strengthen their verification mechanisms to avoid these types of risks during their activities and festivities,' Reyes Mugüerza said. Originally published as Tragic video captures man dangling from fiery hot air balloon before plummeting to his death after saving two passengers
NBC News
14-05-2025
- NBC News
Man dies following hot air balloon disaster at festival in Mexico
A man was killed following a hot air balloon disaster at a festival in Mexico, officials said. Rodrigo Reyes Mugüerza, the secretary general of government in Zacatecas, said the incident occurred during the "celebration of the First Balloon Festival." "A person lost his life after a unfortunate incident while on board a hot air balloon," Mugüerza said Sunday in a translated Facebook post. "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." Two people were injured, Zacatecas' Attorney General's Office said in a translated Facebook post that announced an investigation had been launched. The office said two people who organized the event "have been obtained" after initially leaving the scene. Riviera Maya News reported that three people were in the hot air ballloon when the basket caught on fire around 8 a.m. local time Sunday. It was still on the ground with two other hot air balloons but broke free of the tether as a flame erupted in the basket. The man helped the two others get out but he became entangled in a rope as the balloon lifted into the air, according to the news outlet. He was seen suspended high in the air before falling to his death, the news outlet reported.
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Horror as man falls to his death after dangling from burning hot air balloon
A video captured the horrifying video moment a man fell to his death after dangling by a rope from a burning hot air balloon. The victim, a 40-year-old man named as Lucio N, died at the First Balloon Festival in Zacatecas, Mexico, on Sunday. He was reportedly in the balloon with two others when the fire broke out, while they were still on the ground. Witnesses said Lucio helped the other two passengers escape but was entangled in the rope while the balloon started to lift off. He was lifted into the air and dangled on the rope before falling. After the video went viral on social media many people praised Lucio's actions. One person commented: 'This man is a hero. That being said. I don't go in hot air balloons for a reason.' 'Heartbreaking. His final act was one of courage and sacrifice. May he rest in peace,' another wrote. A third 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.' Rodrigo Reyes Muguerza, the Secretary General of Zacatecas, confirmed what had happened on social media. He said in a statement a participant 'lost his life' after an 'unfortunate incident' while on board a hot air balloon. Muguerza added: 'Immediately, authorities rushed to the scene to provide care and support to the affected people. 'We have requested the State Prosecutor's Office 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.'
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.
