15 to 20 people taken to hospital after JetBlue flight diverts to Tampa

According to JetBlue, a flight from Cancun to Newark made an emergency landing in Tampa on Thursday afternoon after experiencing a sudden drop in altitude, prompting a medical response for passengers and crew.

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15 to 20 people taken to hospital after JetBlue flight from Cancun diverts to Tampa from altitude drop

JetBlue said Flight 1230 diverted to Tampa International Airport (TPA) after the incident occurred, and was met by medical personnel who evaluated customers and crew members.

Tampa Fire Rescue said approximately 15 to 20 passengers were evaluated and taken to local hospitals. All injuries are non-life-threatening, officials say…

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