Jose Nolasco and Viridiana Becerril died after the balloon caught fire over Mexico City

A tragic incident occurred in Mexico City on Saturday, where a hot air balloon carrying a married couple and their daughter caught fire, resulting in the couple's death and their daughter's injuries.

The accident happened right after the family had taken a final photo in front of the aircraft.

The Mexican authorities identified the victims as Jose Nolasco, aged 50, and his wife, Viridiana Becerril, aged 38, who were residents of Caujimalpa de Morelos, located 12 miles away from the accident site.