Travelers flying out of Miami International Airport faced significant disruption on Memorial Day morning after sections of two terminals were evacuated due to a security concern.
Evacuation Details
Airport security identified a potential threat shortly before 8 a.m., prompting the partial evacuation of the North and Central Terminals. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office responded to reports of an unattended bag, which triggered the security alert.
The incident caused a backlog of vehicle traffic and delays as passengers attempted to approach the airport. Both arrivals and departures levels experienced congestion.
Official Statement
Miami International Airport released a statement confirming the situation: 'We are working with our partners at the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office regarding a potential security threat at MIA. Out of an abundance of caution, portions of the North and Central Terminals prior to the security checkpoints have been temporarily evacuated. This situation is also impacting vehicle traffic entering the airport and causing delays on both the arrivals and departures levels. The safety of our employees and passengers remains our top priority. We appreciate your patience and understanding.'
Authorities have not yet provided further details about the nature of the threat or when normal operations would resume. This is a developing story.
