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Severe turbulence forces Delta plane to make emergency landing after 25 passengers injured

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Severe turbulence forces Delta plane to make emergency landing after 25 passengers injured

At least 25 people were injured in a severe case of turbulence that forced a Delta Air Lines jet flying to Amsterdam into an emergency landing in Minneapolis, the airline said in a statement.

The flight had taken off from Salt Lake City in Utah but landed at the Minneapolis–Saint Paul international airport after “significant turbulence” struck.

“Medical personnel met the flight upon arrival to evaluate customers and crew. Twenty-five of those on board were transported to local hospitals for evaluation and care,” Delta said in a statement.

“We are grateful for the support of all emergency responders involved.”

William Webster, one of the passengers on board the stricken flight, told CNN it

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