At least two airline workers have died, and a third has been critically injured following an explosion of an airplane tire.
The tragic event happened around 5 am on Tuesday in the maintenance area of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta.
The explosion occurred while a tire was being removed from a Delta Airlines aircraft according to reports.
The two deceased individuals were a Delta employee and a contractor. Another Delta employee was taken to the hospital with severe injuries. The identities of the victims have not been released yet.
Delta Airlines has confirmed the deaths of two of its staff members and issued a statement expressing deep sorrow.
The airline praised the swift response of first responders and medical personnel and has offered support to the victims’ families and colleagues during this difficult time.
