Another plane crash shakes North America, with an aircraft flipping over and numerous passengers left injured.
In the latest incident, a Delta plane overturned upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, leaving at least 15 individuals injured. The chaotic scene unfolded as the aircraft lay upside-down on the runway, necessitating a swift emergency evacuation.
Witnesses captured the dramatic moments as emergency responders sprang into action to aid passengers and secure the crash site. Passengers, like John Nelson, shared video footage of the aftermath, recounting the terrifying experience as they disembarked from the overturned plane.
Despite the disarray, reassurance came from the fact that "most people appear to be OK," with passengers actively evacuating the scene. With everyone on board safely identified, authorities confirmed that 12 suffered minor injuries and were taken for medical treatment by ground. In critical condition were a man in his 60s and a woman in her 40s, airlifted to trauma centers in Toronto, while a child was transported for evaluation.
The Federal Aviation Administration disclosed that Delta Air Lines Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, had met with the accident during landing at around 2:45 p.m. local time. Fierce winds, clocking between 20 to 30 mph and gusting up to 40 mph, may have played a part, despite clear visibility at the time. As passengers were led to safety, the temperature stood at 18 degrees, with a chilling windchill of -2.
The heartening news of all passengers surviving the ordeal sparked gratitude, with only minor injuries reported and swift response aiding the critical cases. Amid ongoing investigations by Canadian and U.S. safety authorities, operations at Toronto Pearson briefly ceased, causing disruptions in flight schedules.
The incident underscores the critical emphasis on air traffic control safety measures in light of recent aviation mishaps. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story. Watch the video above for a glimpse of the aftermath of this harrowing event.