A tragic plane crash in Florida claimed the lives of a father and daughter who were en route to Jamaica on a humanitarian mission to aid hurricane victims. Alexander Wurm, 53, and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena Wurm, died when their aircraft plunged into a waterway in Coral Springs, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, shortly after takeoff on Monday. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the incident. The plane, which departed from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, was destined for Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Officials confirmed that the aircraft struck trees before entering the water, but no injuries were reported on the ground. The Wurms were members of the Ignite the Fire Ministry, which released a statement honoring their legacy of service and compassion. Alexander was described as a devoted humanitarian who traveled globally to support those in need, while Serena was praised for her empathy and commitment to humanitarian work. They are survived by their wife and mother, Candace, and their two children, James, 17, and Christiana, 20. The crash occurred amid ongoing relief efforts in Jamaica, which continues to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm that caused widespread devastation last month. According to the United Nations Development Programme, the hurricane has left over 4.8 million tons of debris, severely hindering recovery efforts and access to essential services.
Father and daughter killed in plane crash carrying hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica
