UPDATE: A devastating plane crash in Coral Springs, Florida, has claimed the lives of a father and daughter who were on a humanitarian mission to Jamaica. The victims, identified as Alexander Wurm, 53, and his daughter Serena Wurm, 22, were flying a Beechcraft King Air on a relief mission when tragedy struck shortly after takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport at approximately 10:14 a.m. on November 10, 2025.
The small aircraft went down in a residential area, crashing into a pond and narrowly missing nearby homes. Emergency responders arrived within minutes, but no other victims have been reported as of now. Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board are on-site, collecting evidence and determining the cause of the crash.
Ignite the Fire, the Christian ministry founded by Wurm, confirmed the heartbreaking news. The organization, dedicated to empowering Caribbean youth through missions, described the Wurm family as passionate about their humanitarian work and Christian faith. A statement on social media read, “Together, their final journey embodied selflessness and courage,” and added, “Rest in peace, Alexander and Serena — your light endures in all whose lives you changed.”
The Wurms were en route to deliver critical aid following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm that ravaged parts of Jamaica and the Caribbean. Their mission was part of a broader effort by local communities to provide relief supplies to those affected by the storm, which made landfall on October 28.
Posts on social media from Alexander Wurm indicated he had recently acquired the aircraft to support his missionary work. He described it as “an older King Air with brand new engines” and “perfect” for ferrying essential supplies like generators and building materials to Jamaica. Wurm expressed his commitment to the mission, stating, “I’ve been a pilot since 2005… the Ignite ministry should have a missions airplane if it wanted to effectively bless the Caribbean!”
The plane had made several trips to Jamaica in the past week, highlighting the urgency of the relief efforts following Hurricane Melissa. The local community, particularly the vibrant Caribbean American population in Broward County, has been mobilizing to assist with the recovery efforts.
As investigations continue, the Coral Springs Police Department has announced a significant police presence at the crash site. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as part of their inquiries into this tragic incident.
The Wurm family’s commitment to service and love resonates deeply within their community, and their loss is felt profoundly among those who knew them. Friends and supporters are mourning the loss of two dedicated individuals who devoted their lives to helping others in need.
As this story develops, further updates will be provided. Stay tuned for more information on this tragic event and the ongoing relief efforts in response to Hurricane Melissa.
