Emergency Landing: Southwest Flight Diverts to Tampa After Severe Turbulence

Injured Passengers, Forceful Landing

Two passengers sustained injuries when a Southwest Airlines flight from New Orleans to Orlando was forced to make an emergency landing in Tampa on Wednesday due to severe turbulence. The Boeing 737 aircraft encountered strong winds and turbulence over the Gulf of Mexico, causing the plane to make an unscheduled stop.

Diversion and Injuries

The flight, which was carrying around 150 passengers, experienced severe turbulence about 45 minutes after takeoff. The aircraft was diverted to Tampa International Airport, where medical personnel attended to the injured individuals. The injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.

The Southwest Airlines flight crew handled the situation with professionalism and made the necessary safety decisions to divert the plane and land safely in Tampa. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the turbulence.