Read on Global NewsFather and Daughter Killed in Florida Plane Crash During Hurricane Relief Mission to Jamaica
Alexander Wurm, 53, and his 22-year-old daughter Serena tragically died when their small plane crashed in Florida while transporting humanitarian aid to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa. The Beechcraft King Air departed from Fort Lauderdale on November 10, 2025, and crashed into a lake in a residential area near Miami minutes after takeoff. Both were active members of the Ignite the Fire ministry, dedicated to serving communities across the Caribbean through disaster relief and youth empowerment initiatives.
A father and daughter on a humanitarian mission to provide hurricane relief in Jamaica tragically lost their lives when their small plane crashed in Florida on November 10, 2025. Alexander Wurm, 53, and his daughter Serena, 22, were transporting essential supplies to communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa when their Beechcraft King Air aircraft went down shortly after departure from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
The Tragic Incident
The fatal crash occurred at approximately 10:19 a.m. local time when the plane went down into a lake in a residential area of Coral Springs, Florida, just minutes after taking off at 10:14 a.m. According to the Coral Springs Police Department, emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and confirmed that both occupants had perished in the accident. Authorities reported that no homes sustained major damage during the crash, though residents were advised to avoid the area while emergency crews conducted their operations.
Humanitarian Mission Background
Alexander and Serena Wurm were traveling to Jamaica as part of relief efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm that caused historic damage across Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic the previous month. The father-daughter team were active members of Ignite the Fire, a ministry founded by Alexander dedicated to empowering youth through missions across the Caribbean. According to the ministry's Facebook statement, Alexander was known for his warmth and unwavering kindness, having devoted his life to serving others through extensive travel to various countries and continents.
Investigation and Community Impact
Multiple agencies including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and Broward Sheriff's Office are conducting a thorough investigation into the crash. Police warned residents in the area about potential fuel odors from the crash site, advising them to remain indoors with windows closed as a precaution. The Coral Springs Police Department expressed condolences to the families affected by the tragedy while emphasizing their commitment to determining the cause of the accident through comprehensive investigation procedures.
Legacy of Service
Alexander Wurm leaves behind his wife Candace and two other children, James (17) and Christiana (20). Serena, described by the ministry as a beacon of empathy and hope, was following in her father's footsteps with her commitment to humanitarian work. Sean Malone, founder of Crisis Response International, noted in a Facebook video that Alexander had been flying resources at his own expense to support relief efforts when commercial airlines blocked standard relief item transportation. The ministry emphasized that their final journey embodied selflessness and courage, serving as a powerful reminder of the impact of dedicated service to communities in need.
