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Spirit Airlines passengers told to put on life vests: "Nerve racking"
Passengers on a Spirit Airlines flight from Jamaica to Florida were told to prepare for a water emergency Saturday after a possible mechanical issue.Flight NK270 took off from Montego Bay on Saturday afternoon, headed to Fort Lauderdale, before returning to its origin shortly after takeoff "following a suspected mechanical issue," the airlines said in a statement. Passengers were told to put on life vests and prepare for a water landing out of an abundance of caution, the airline said.The Airbus A321 landed safely at Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and guests deplaned normally, the airline said, adding that "the mechanical issue did not affect flight safety." Passengers were put on a new flight to Fort Lauderdale, where they arrived just under 45 minutes behind schedule, according to FlightAware data."The pilot told us to prepare for a water landing and the highest emergency activated at MBJ," one passenger told the Jamaican daily newspaper The Gleaner, adding, "We were told the aircraft lost pressure."The passenger added: "It was nerve racking." The airline said the aircraft would be thoroughly evaluated by its maintenance team."We apologize to our guests for any inconvenience," the airline said.—Kathryn Krupnik contributed reporting.
The Hen and the Hog in Pompano Beach, FL, was temporarily closed due to 13 health violations
A Pompano Beach, Florida, restaurant faces accusations of apparently deceiving customers about the reason for its closure. Local 10 News received a tip from a viewer participating in their "Dirty Dining" segment, prompting prominent investigative reporter Jeff Weinsier to investigate The Hen and the Hog.
More FL Restaurant Losses As Longtime Sports Bar Bru's Room Closes Three More Locations
Fans of Bru's Room in Coconut Creek, Pembroke Pines, and Boynton Beach may be disappointed about a new closure announcement. Although Florida has no shortage of sports bars owned by sports figures, like Kerr's Winghouse and Bokampers, Bru's Room - just had three more locations close in South Florida, leaving only one. And Bru's Room is another of a string of recent restaurant closures in Florida.
Boca Raton Restaurant Bans Dogs Legally, We Say “Way To Go” Dominic’s
Few Restaurants Enforce The Law. But Dominic’s Boca Raton Is Keeping It Clean For People Who Don’t Feel A Need To Bring Their Pooch Everywhere. BY: ANDREW COLTON | Editor and Publisher BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A Boca Raton restaurant is among the first that we’ve seen to… Read More »Boca Raton Restaurant Bans Dogs Legally, We Say “Way To Go” Dominic’s
Broward's Best Burger & Beer Where: In Wilton Manors
Burgers & Beers: Address: 2031-D, Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305. Where the city of Wilton Manors begins is where real locals and in-the-know tourists alike go to find an adult burger without all the pretense. Burgers & Beers, a small, owner-operated hamburger joint, has been serving up the most delish burgers in town, paired with a selection of refreshing beers that perfectly complement their hearty offerings. They have the best burgers and coldest beers I've had in Wilton Manors in all my years living here.
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