Passenger plane narrowly escapes crash in US, 25 people hospitalized

A US plane narrowly escaped a major accident. A Delta Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after being hit by severe turbulence in mid-air. At least 25 people were injured in the incident on Wednesday (July 30), BBC reports. In a statement, the airline said the plane was flying from Salt Lake City, Utah, to the Netherlands. It was forced to divert to St. Paul Airport in Minnesota to avoid a crash after being hit by turbulence. The plane was carrying 288 people, including 13 crew members. Delta said it was quickly contacting passengers and is working to provide immediate support.