Severe weather diverts 22 flights from Denver to Colorado Springs
Twenty-two flights were rerouted from Denver International Airport to Colorado Springs after severe weather caused significant turbulence and injuries.
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Twenty-two flights were diverted from Denver International Airport to Colorado Springs on Aug. 4 due to severe weather. Five people received medical care after the turbulence.
Denver International Airport diverted 22 flights to Colorado Springs on Aug. 4 because of severe weather.2,1 The flights were diverted due to significant turbulence reported at Denver International Airport.2 Five people received medical care after the turbulence during the diversions.1
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