{"id":5383,"date":"2023-07-21T11:24:26","date_gmt":"2023-07-21T11:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.news25.org\/?p=5383"},"modified":"2023-07-21T11:24:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T11:24:27","slug":"delta-air-lines-faces-investigation-over-extreme-heat-incident-leaving-passengers-stranded-on-tarmac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.news25.org\/delta-air-lines-faces-investigation-over-extreme-heat-incident-leaving-passengers-stranded-on-tarmac\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta Air Lines Faces Investigation Over Extreme Heat Incident Leaving Passengers Stranded on Tarmac"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage and concern, the US Department of Transportation is investigating Delta Air Lines following reports of passengers being stranded on an idle plane amidst scorching temperatures. The unfortunate incident unfolded at Las Vegas airport, where passengers on a flight bound for Atlanta were left in distress for over three hours, enduring triple-digit heat that soared up to 111F (44C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to multiple accounts from witnesses, the situation rapidly escalated as the sweltering heat inside the un-air conditioned cabin became unbearable. Medical first responders were summoned to aid affected passengers, and two individuals required immediate attention at a local hospital due to the extreme conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg expressed his deep concern over the incident, terming it “infuriating” and “shocking.” He questioned how such a situation was allowed to unfold, emphasizing that tarmac delays, even under normal temperatures, are not supposed to extend for such lengthy periods. Secretary Buttigieg reiterated that the department enforces strict rules to prevent such occurrences and ensures airlines are obligated to maintain comfortable cabin temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n