Hot air balloon crashes into power line in Essex

One person was given treatment by the Ambulance Service

The balloon after it crashed into the power lines
Author: Richard MuriePublished 11th Apr 2025
Last updated 11th Apr 2025

One person's been hurt after a hot air balloon crashed into power cables in an Essex village.

The fire service was called to Newhouse Road at Earls Colne at 7pm.

They helped to cool down cylinders in the balloon and worked with UK Power networks to make the area safe.

One casualty received treatment from the ambulance service.

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