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January 3rd Storm Update: Airport Reopens

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10:20am January 4th Storm Update: 
All flights are cleared to resume normal operations. Airlines have been notified and will work to resume service. Please contact your carrier directly for information about a specific flight.

We thank you for your patience and apologize for any disruption in your travel plans today. A HUGE thank you to our crew who worked through the night to clear the runways as soon as possible!

With more rain on the way, travelers should continue checking directly with their airline for latest flight status. Please allow for plenty of extra time to arrive to the Airport safely.
 

12pm January 3rd Storm:
Major Flooding has occurred in a few critical areas of the airfield, including the main runway which remains closed. Crews will continue to monitor airfield conditions throughout the day.
With more rain on the way, travelers should continue checking directly with their airline for latest flight status. Please allow for plenty of extra time to arrive to the Airport safely.