Tampa Airports To Close Today Ahead Of Hurricane

Tampa’s NBC affiliate reports:

Tampa International Airport said it will suspend all operations beginning at 5 p.m. Tuesday due to Hurricane Ian. The storm continues to threaten the Tampa Bay area with strong winds, heavy rain and storm surge, the airport said.

Officials said the 5 p.m. closure will allow the airport to prepare the airfield and terminals, including the securing of jet bridges, ground equipment, and any remaining aircraft. The airport, including the main terminal, airsides, and parking garages will be closed to all visitors at that time.

Tampa’s Fox affiliate reports:



St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) will close Tuesday afternoon ahead of Hurricane Ian, airport officials said. PIE’s last flight will take off at 11:22 a.m., and the airport’s terminal building will close at 1 p.m. Tuesday. Officials said this is due to Pinellas County Evacuation mandates.

The airport said it will give an update when the terminal plans to reopen and flight activity as airlines provide more information. Passengers are advised to monitor their airlines direct email and text messages for updated flight information, according to the airport.