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7-Year-Old in ICU After 200 Drones Collide at Orlando Holiday Show; FAA Investigates

Dec 23, 2024, 12:42 AM

A holiday drone show in Orlando, Florida, turned tragic when multiple drones collided mid-air and fell into the crowd, resulting in injuries. A 7-year-old boy was critically injured and is currently in the intensive care unit after being struck by a falling drone. The incident occurred during a show where drones were performing a holiday-themed display. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident. Witnesses reported that over 200 drones were part of the display, which included a red and green holiday motif. The FAA's inquiry will focus on the circumstances that led to the drones crashing during the event.