Two victims have been identified following a deadly explosion involving a Delta plane tire near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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More details on the identities of the deceased victims
According to WSBTVThe two victims who died in the explosion have been identified as 58 years old. Mirko Marweg and 37 years old Luis Aldarondo. EQUAL Shade room As previously reported, the men were initially identified as a Delta employee and a contractor. However, at this time, it is unclear which of the two victims worked for Delta and which was a contractor.
AP News Marweg’s body was reportedly “unrecognizable.” Additionally, his family reportedly relied on his tattoos and a necklace to identify him. Prior to the tragedy, Marweg was said to have worked for Delta for more than 20 years.
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Mirko Marweg, 58, and Luis Aldarondo Jr, 37, lost their lives when a tyre exploded while changing routines. A third person… pic.twitter.com/Yjm5uzfhtu
— Kristy Tallman (@KristyTallman) August 28, 2024
Furthermore, WSBTV note that the identity of the third victim – who is currently hospitalized following the explosion – has not yet been revealed. As Shade room As previously reported, the third victim was initially identified as a second Delta employee.
AP News added that the third victim was still receiving “medical attention” as of Wednesday, August 28.
Here’s What Happened in Delta Tire Blowout Near Atlanta Airport
EQUAL Shade room According to previous reports, the tire explosion occurred early Tuesday morning, August 27. AP News The outlet reported that the “wheel components” were “disassembled” when they exploded. Furthermore, the outlet clarified that the wheels “were not attached to the aircraft at the time.”
In the explosion, Marweg and Aldaronado were killed, while a third victim was said to be “seriously” injured.
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In response, Delta confirmed that “two crew members were lost and another was injured.” Furthermore, the airline asserted that it was working with “local authorities and conducting a full investigation to determine what happened.”
WSBTV The tire that caused the explosion originated on a flight in Las Vegas, it was reported.
Social media sends prayers
Social media users shared prayers for the victims and their families. Shade Room Comments.
Instagram user @diamondisfabulous wrote, “Wow!!! Just another reminder to pray every day 🙏🏼”
While Instagram user @shelovecj added, “RIP to them! I hope their families are taken care of”
Instagram user @mackthetailor wrote, “Oh my god… not hours before my flight to Atlanta. I hate overthinking it… I’ll consider whether it was a premonition or a sign. Praying for all the families involved 😮💨🙏🏽💔”
While Instagram user @newbornarrival added, “My deepest condolences 🙏🏾🕊️”
Instagram user @canoncorey24 wrote, “Things like this are crazy, how can you prepare for a tire blowout?”
While Instagram user @charlibryy added, “Can you imagine! God, I feel so bad.”
Instagram user @kennyfbabii_ wrote, “Praying for the family ❤️”
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