During the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, a hot-air balloon struck a KKOB Radio tower, causing it to collapse.

During the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, a hot-air balloon struck a KKOB Radio tower, causing it to collapse. The incident occurred without reported injuries, and the balloon landed safely afterward. Nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution, and power was cut to the tower. This follows an earlier incident where a balloon hit a power line, affecting 13,000 customers. The situation remains under investigation.