URGENT UPDATE: A tragic plane crash in Coral Springs, Florida, claimed the lives of Alexander Wurm, 53, and his daughter Serena Wurm, 22, as they embarked on a humanitarian mission to deliver aid to Jamaica. The small Beechcraft King Air aircraft went down shortly after takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport at around 10:14 a.m. on November 10, 2025, crashing into a pond in a residential area and narrowly missing nearby homes.
The father-daughter duo were associated with the Christian ministry organization Ignite the Fire, dedicated to empowering youth through missions across the Caribbean. Their mission was to bring much-needed relief following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm that struck Jamaica on October 28, causing severe destruction.
Witnesses reported seeing the plane ascend before it suddenly lost altitude and crashed within minutes. Emergency responders arrived just five minutes later, but there were no reports of any additional casualties as of Tuesday morning.
In a heartfelt statement, Ignite the Fire honored the Wurms, describing them as passionate about humanitarian work and their Christian faith. “Together, their final journey embodied selflessness and courage, reminding us of the power of service and love,” the organization wrote on social media. “Rest in peace, Alexander and Serena — your light endures in all whose lives you changed.”
Officials from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident, while the Coral Springs Police Department maintains a significant presence at the crash site to gather evidence. The plane, manufactured in 1976, was registered to International Air Services, a company specializing in aircraft registration for non-U.S. citizens. Inquiries to the company met with a “no comment” response.
Just days before the crash, Alexander Wurm had posted on social media about acquiring the aircraft to support his missionary efforts, describing it as “perfect” for transporting relief supplies to Jamaica. His posts included images of him loading the plane with boxes of generators, batteries, and building materials for those affected by the hurricane.
The flight tracking website FlightAware indicated that the plane had made multiple trips to Jamaica in the week leading up to the crash, reflecting the urgency of the relief efforts in response to Hurricane Melissa, which tied for the strongest landfalling Atlantic hurricane in history.
As the community of Coral Springs grapples with this heartbreaking loss, residents are reminded of the profound impact the Wurms had through their dedication to service. The local Caribbean American community had mobilized rapidly to provide aid post-hurricane, highlighting the urgent need for support during this crisis.
The investigation into the crash continues, and further updates are expected as authorities work to uncover the details surrounding this devastating event.
