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Ambulances respond to an incident at Auckland International Airport on March 11, 2024.
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Dozens of people were injured after a flight from Australia to New Zealand experienced a âtechnical eventâ that produced a sudden movement, according to the flightâs operator, with witnesses telling local media that passengers were suddenly thrown around the cabin.
Approximately 50 people were treated for injuries on arrival in Auckland, including one person in serious condition, emergency medical service provider Hato Hone St John Ambulance told CNN. It said 12 patients had been sent to hospital.
Affected passengers and cabin crew âreceived immediate assistance and were evaluated or treated by medical staff at the airport as needed,â according to a statement to CNN by LATAM Airlines.
