The incident occurred when, unexpectedly, the hot air balloon began to rise out of control, carried by gusts of wind. Julian Martínez had published a photo on his social network minutes before the tragedy
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Julián Andrés Martínez, a prominent paraglider loved by the community, tragically died after trying to stop a hot air balloon that suffered an accident in Aguazul, Casanare on the night of October 13.
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A tragic accident that occurred during the “Colors in the Sky” event on October 13 has shocked the community of Aguazul. A hot air balloon went out of control due to strong winds, resulting in one fatality and two injuries.
The victim was identified as Julián Andrés Martínez, a 34-year-old paraglider originally from Sopó, Cundinamarca. Martínez lost his life after trying to intervene in the emergency, demonstrating an act of bravery that, unfortunately, cost him his life.
The incident was triggered when, unexpectedly, the hot air balloon began to rise uncontrollably, carried by gusts of wind.
According to the first versions of local media from Agua Azul, Casanare, in an attempt to stabilize the situation, Martínez held on to a rope, but was lifted more than five meters high. Losing control, he fell to the ground, suffering extremely serious injuries.
Likewise, in the videos you can see when the balloon became tangled in trees and then caught fire.
“A brave paraglider” is how friends and family describe him
The paraglider was rushed to a medical center, where doctors made every possible effort to save his life. However, due to the severity of his injuries, he died on the morning of October 14.
Local authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident and have expressed their deep regret over what happened. The families of the victims receive our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
The tragedy has left a deep mark on the community, which remembers Martínez as a brave man who tried to help in a critical situation.
