Thousands of individuals were evacuated from Miami Airport after a security threat was reported. The incident occurred at 2100 NW 42nd Ave, Miami, Florida, around 6pm local time on Sunday, January 25.
Social media accounts from bewildered passengers indicate that numerous people are currently waiting outside the airport, following instructions to exit due to a security concern.
An eyewitness described the chaotic scene at the airport, mentioning a sudden noise followed by widespread panic and a rush towards the exits.
According to an airport representative, the all-clear has been issued, and all sections are now accessible following the earlier disruption.
A spokesperson for the airport informed The Mirror that the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s office is examining a suspicious item in MIA’s South Terminal area. Consequently, TSA checkpoints for concourses G, H, and J, along with the surrounding zones, have been evacuated and are temporarily shut down. Travelers heading to MIA are advised to allocate extra time for their journey.
The Mirror has contacted Miami International Airport for further details and will provide updates as they become available.
Information regarding the incident primarily stems from eyewitnesses and individuals outside the airport who shared their experiences on social media. While rumors suggest flight operations are halted, this has not been officially confirmed. Nonetheless, flight schedules are expected to be disrupted, leading to potential delays and cancellations for passengers.