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Giant inflatable ball rolls uncontrolled through San Salvador streets during storm
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Giant inflatable ball rolls uncontrolled through San Salvador streets during storm

From La Nación · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A giant inflatable ball broke free from its support structure during a storm in San Salvador and rolled uncontrolled through city streets.
  • The incident, which occurred Sunday night amid heavy rains and winds, was captured on video and went viral on social media.
  • No injuries or material damage were reported, though the event drew comparisons to the World Cup due to the ball's shape.

A giant inflatable ball caused a stir in San Salvador when it broke free during a storm and rolled through city streets. The unusual sight surprised drivers and pedestrians on Sunday night as heavy rains and winds lashed the capital.

Videos shared on social media show the massive ball moving down the road, with vehicles slowing down to avoid it. Reports suggest the ball was part of a promotional campaign near a shopping center. Despite the spectacle, authorities confirmed no one was injured and no property was damaged.

The incident quickly went viral, with many online users humorously linking the runaway ball to the World Cup, given its shape and the region's passion for soccer. The storm system, remnants of Tropical Storm Cristina, also brought significant rainfall to the region, raising concerns about flash floods and landslides.

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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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