Passengers Injured in Ryanair Emergency Landing Due to 'Supercell' Storm

Passengers Injured in Ryanair Emergency Landing Due to 'Supercell' Storm

A Ryanair flight was forced to execute an emergency landing, incurring injuries to nine individuals, among them a two-year-old and a crew member, after encountering severe thunderstorms that left passengers petrified.

Urgent Landing Decision
The captain made an urgent decision on Wednesday night, June 5, to terminate the flight, opting for an immediate landing at the closest aerodrome.

Injuries and Response
The incident on board was described as 'chaotic and dangerous' by a flyer. Passengers could not continue their journey by air as the regional flight authority banned further take-off.

*Continuation by Buses
Ryanair arranged buses to complete the journey. Experts described the weather encountered as a 'supercell' - a severe rotating thunderstorm with tornado-like winds.

German Weather Alerts
With severe storm alerts issued by the German weather service, including warnings of hail and tumultuous gusts, the situation was dire. Statements from the German Police and Ryanair are anticipated later this morning.