On Monday, during the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, a hot-air balloon incident occurred in northeast Albuquerque, New Mexico. The balloon bumped into a power line at 8:35 a.m., causing a power outage that affected nearly 13,000 customers of the state's largest electricity provider, Public Service Company of New Mexico. The outage lasted for almost an hour.
The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the balloon, managed to land safely after the collision with the power line. Fortunately, he did not sustain any injuries in the incident. However, details about the pilot's identity were not immediately disclosed, and the cause of the mishap remains unknown at this time.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a highly anticipated event that attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators from around the world each fall. With over 100 balloons of various colors and shapes taking to the skies, the fiesta is renowned for its picturesque displays and vibrant atmosphere.
