A father and daughter died in a small plane crash on Monday in Florida while on a mission to provide hurricane relief in Jamaica. Alexander Wurm, 53, and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena Wurm, were killed when their aircraft crashed into a waterway in Coral Springs, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale.

The Ignite the Fire Ministry confirmed the tragedy in a statement released Monday night. They described Alexander Wurm as a person known for his "warmth and unwavering kindness" and noted that he dedicated his life to helping others. "Throughout his life, Alex traveled extensively, reaching various countries and continents, where he tirelessly worked to bring faith, compassion, and support to those in need. His legacy of faith and compassion touched countless lives," the ministry stated.

Serena Wurm was also remembered for her humanitarian efforts, following in her father's footsteps. The ministry said she was "a beacon of empathy and hope, inspiring all with her commitment to humanitarian work." They added, "Together, their final journey embodied selflessness and courage, reminding us of the power of service and love."

The Wurms are survived by their wife and mother, Candace, and two other children, James, 17, and Christiana, 20.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. The plane went down about five minutes into the flight, heading to Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Officials reported that the plane did not hit any houses but struck some trees before entering the water. No injuries were reported on the ground.

The mission was intended to assist Jamaica, which has been severely affected by Hurricane Melissa. The hurricane made landfall last month as a Category 5 storm, causing catastrophic damage across the island. According to the United Nations Development Programme, over 4.8 million tons of debris are obstructing roads and access to essential services, including schools and hospitals.

Tens of thousands of homes have been damaged, particularly in St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, where entire towns were devastated and up to 90% of buildings in some areas were impacted. Relief efforts are ongoing, but the extensive damage has complicated recovery efforts.