Hazmat teams are waiting.

Originally posted to Writing.com - Erica's Great Adventure; ID#1357772 on 06-11-12 - 6:06pm

Erica slumped back into her seat and cursed silently. To distract herself, she turned her attention to the window, where the airport was visible, and not too far away. However, as the plane continued moving, it didn't appear that they were getting any closer. The intercom crackled as the Captain made another announcement. "Ladies and gentlemen, as a result of a chemical spill in our economy class, we have been diverted from our gate and directed to a hangar where we will conduct a ground boarding. Hazmat teams will be standing by to make sure everyone on this plane is clean and safe. Once you have been cleared by the hazmat teams, you will be free to go and will be transported by shuttle back to the airport." The sound of groans was heard from the passengers, expressing their displeasure. "Those of you who have connecting flights have been given priority for deplaning. We ask all other passengers to remain in their seats and await further instructions."

The plane continued to taxi and eventually pulled into a hangar. People wearing protective suits were moving around and a few tents had been set up with additional equipment. With a final shudder, the plane stopped moving. Within a few moments, Erica could hear the trilling sound the flight crew used to signal each other, as well as the sound of a pneumatic drill unlocking the various compartments under the plane.

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