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Over 20 planes diverted to Colorado Springs after Denver severe weather, prompt medical response
KRDO • • business
Key Points:
- Colorado Springs Airport confirmed 22 flights were diverted from Denver International Airport Monday night due to severe weather, down from initial reports of 29 flights.
- The first diverted flight arrived around 4:40 p.m., and the last one landed by 8 p.m., with all flights having departed by 10 p.m.
- Among the diverted flights were 25 domestic and four international commercial flights, many experiencing heavy turbulence.
- Emergency medical personnel evaluated several passengers for medical concerns, with one person hospitalized in stable condition and five passengers treated on-site by 8:45 p.m.
- The Colorado Springs Fire Department maintained emergency response resources at the airport in anticipation of additional diverted flights.
