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Hot Air Balloon Crash in Indiana Leaves Three with Severe Burns

Balloon struck power lines before crashing into a field; FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause.

  • Incident occurred near Lowell, Indiana, with the balloon crashing shortly before 7 p.m. on Sunday.
  • The pilot and two passengers were hospitalized with severe burn injuries.
  • Two passengers were airlifted to hospitals in Chicago; the pilot was transported to a local hospital by ambulance.
  • Video footage captured the moment the balloon hit the power lines and caught fire.
  • Federal authorities are leading the investigation to determine the crash's cause.
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