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Skydivers Collide Mid-Air, Tragically Die in California
7 Nov
Summary
- Two experienced skydivers died after a midair collision during an event.
- The skydivers collided about 150 feet above the ground.
- Their parachutes became entangled, leading to critical injuries upon landing.
A skydiving event in California tragically concluded with the deaths of two participants following a midair collision. The incident involved two licensed and experienced skydivers at Skydive Elsinore on Friday.
Authorities reported that the skydivers collided at an altitude of approximately 150 feet above the ground. This occurred as they were nearing the landing phase of their jump.
The midair impact caused their parachutes to become entangled. Both individuals sustained critical injuries upon reaching the ground and were transported to a local hospital, where they were pronounced deceased.