Arizona Tragedy: 4 Perish in Hot Air Balloon Crash
In a tragic incident on Sunday morning, a hot air balloon crash in Eloy, Arizona, resulted in the loss of four lives, according to local police. The crash also left a fifth individual in critical condition.
The accident occurred around 7:50 a.m. in a desert area near Sunshine Boulevard and Hannah Road. Eloy is situated approximately 50 miles northwest of Tucson and 65 miles southeast of Phoenix.
As of now, the cause of the crash remains unknown. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation into the incident.
Authorities are withholding the identities of the victims pending notification of their families. The Eloy Police Department has stated that additional information will be shared as it becomes available.
In the wake of this devastating event, the Eloy Police Department has extended its deepest condolences to the families and friends of those involved. This incident has deeply impacted the community, bringing attention to the risks associated with hot air balloon travel.