11 people killed in hot air balloon crash in New Zealand

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Eleven people have died in hot air balloon crash near Carterton in New Zealand. The incident happened just before 07:30 on Saturday local time (18:30 GMT Friday).

One resident described 10-metre flames bursting from the balloon before it crashed. Local residents reported a power cut at the time of the crash, suggesting the balloon may have hit an electricity line.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-16450659

[emille]

I never thought that there were hot-air balloons with that kind of capacity.It must have been terrifying. RIP and condolences to the families. A happy moments turned into tragic. We never know what will happen next in our lives. Accident may happen anytime it is indeed better if we enjoy more our lives and let us live in peace. Anyway, I've learned that this incident is the worst aviation accident that happened in New Zealand in more than 30 years.

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