At least 23 people were injured when two gondolas of a Ferris wheel caught fire at a music festival near Leipzig in eastern Germany, news agency dpa reported Sunday.

The fire started in one gondola and then spread to a second one on Saturday night, police said. Four people suffered burn injuries and one suffered injuries from a fall. Others, including first responders and at least four police officers, were to be examined in the hospital for possible smoke inhalation, dpa reported.

The accident took place at the Highfield Festival at Stoermthaler Lake near Leipzig. Police are still investigating what caused the fire{ai:summary}<p>A night of music and mirth turned to chaos when fire engulfed two gondolas of a Ferris wheel at a festival near Leipzig, injuring at least 23. The flames came from one seat and jumped to another, forcing a panic that left victims in need of medical care.  </p><p>Amid the smoke, four people faced burns, while others huffed for air. The scene was a grim reminder that not all celebrations end with a song. #society</p>

At least 23 injured when fire breaks out on a Ferris wheel in eastern Germany

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