High winds send this hot air baloon crashing into casino.
Опубликовано: 17 Май 2026
на канале: Daily News Reports
на канале: Daily News Reports
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ELK GROVE, Calif. -- What was supposed to be groundbreaking for a new hotel in Sacramento County, California, turned into a wild ride for the pilot of a hot air balloon.
The balloon was supposed to be a tethered display for the event, but instead broke loose due to high winds.
That forced the pilot to launch into "free flight."
At one point, the balloon basket slammed into a building at the Sky River Casino in Elk Grove, just south of Sacramento.
It also hit a power line.
After about 20 frightening minutes, the pilot was able to land safely in an open field.
Thankfully, no one was hurt.