Videos posted on social media show the exact moment when a blimp crashed into a residential area in the Brazilian city of Osasco, in the state of São Paulo, on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 25.
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The aircraft was on a test flight as part of a promotional campaign for São Paulo Futebol Clube and was scheduled to fly over the stadium during the club’s match that evening.
According to local reports, the blimp suddenly lost altitude and collided with houses in the area, causing concern among residents. The São Paulo Fire Department was called to the scene and confirmed that one person involved in the accident is receiving medical treatment for injuries. However, no details are yet available on the severity of the injuries or the exact causes of the crash.
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Authorities are investigating the incident.
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