After a plane crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport, several people were injured, according to medical personnel. In a statement to several media outlets, the medical personnel confirmed that up to eight people were injured, with the extent of the injuries still unknown. The airport operator, in a post on X/Twitter, said the incident involved a Delta Airlines flight from Minneapolis.
“Emergency teams are in action. All passengers and crew are safe” the post read.
Local police said they were on the scene and investigating with medical personnel, who were tending to the injured in a makeshift treatment area beside the runway.
News agency Reuters and local media, however, contradict the airport’s statement, reporting that at least eight people were injured, with one in critical condition.
Initial, unconfirmed images showed a seemingly damaged plane of the Bombardier type, with several dozen seats, lying on its side on the asphalt after landing. Smoke was rising from the wreckage. Regional police confirmed to dpa that they were supporting the local aviation authorities in the operation.
More information to follow..