https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/balloon-hits-power-lines-on-day-2-of-balloon-fiestaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/balloon-hits-power-lines-on-day-2-of-balloon-fiestahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/balloon-hits-power-lines-on-day-2-of-balloon-fiesta#u107092Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:00:45 +0000The Rhapsody in Blue hot air balloon became caught in power lines near La Cueva High School in Northeast Albuquerque on Sunday, the second day of the Balloon Fiesta. Emergency crews responded to the scene to address the downed balloon. No injuries were reported following the incident. This event was part of a series of flight complications during the festival, including a crash near the Journal Center on Day 1 and a balloon becoming stuck on a scoreboard on Monday.Why it mattersThe Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is a major annual event that significantly impacts local hotel rates and emergency ser