TAMPA, Fla. - A JetBlue flight flying from Cancun, Mexico to Newark, New Jersey was diverted to Tampa on Thursday after the plane experienced a drop in altitude .

What we know:

Once the flight was at Tampa International Airport, JetBlue flight 1230 was met with medical personnel who evaluated travelers and crew members. Officials with Tampa Fire Rescue said 15-20 passengers were evaluated and taken to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.

JetBlue said the aircraft was taken out of service for inspection.

What we don't know:

It was not immediately clear how many travelers were taken to the hospital by medical personnel. According to officials, they will be conducting a full investigation to determine what caused the drop in altitude.

What they're saying:

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