Spirit Airlines flight 779 made an emergency landing in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and crews launched a hazmat investigation into the unknown substance.
At least 10 out of the 220 passengers on the flight were treated for headaches, nausea and difficulty breathing.
An unknown substance diverted a flight from La Guardia to Ft. Lauderdale to Myrtle Beach International. There were 220 people on the flight. 7-10 are complaining of medical issues. HCFR and MBFR are on the scene. Hazmat team is on the plane @wpdeabc15 pic.twitter.com/pV4qG83NsK
— Madeline Montgomery (@MadelineTV) July 27, 2018
Nothing illegal or hazardous was found on board, Myrtle Beach Online reported.
The passengers finally reached their destination around 4:45 a.m. Friday -- about five hours later than the scheduled arrival time, according to Flight Aware.
A Spirit Airlines spokesperson told Fox News the source of the odor is being investigated.
"We apologize for the inconvenience this diversion has caused," the statement read. "At Spirit Airlines the safety of our guests and crew is paramount."
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