Tropical Storm Erin, currently 820 miles from Cape Verde, is expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the 2025 season by late Thursday. With at least eight fatalities reported, concern grows for its path toward the Caribbean and U.S. east coast.
A hot air balloon accident in Praia Grande, Brazil, has resulted in eight fatalities and 13 survivors. Governor Jorginho Mello expressed shock and confirmed rescue efforts are ongoing.
