8 hospitalized after turbulence forces flight to divert to MIA, officials say
Summary
A flight from Medellín, Colombia, to New York City had to land early Friday at Miami International Airport because of severe turbulence. Eight passengers were injured and taken to a hospital, but the plane landed safely.Key Facts
- The flight was Avianca Flight 042 traveling from Medellín to JFK Airport in New York.
- Severe turbulence forced the plane to divert to Miami International Airport.
- The plane landed safely at about 3:30 a.m. Friday.
- Eight passengers were hospitalized with injuries after the landing.
- The exact seriousness of the passengers' injuries is not yet known.
- Miami-Dade Fire Rescue confirmed multiple passengers were hurt.
- Officials are gathering more information about the incident.
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