Man claims bomb in a bag forces evacuation of Fort Lauderdale Airport Terminal 4

Authorities evacuated Terminal 4 at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Tuesday after a man claimed he had a bomb in his bag, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said.

Deputies secured the individual and cleared both the arrivals and departures levels while conducting a security sweep. The airport advised travelers that pre-security areas at both levels were affected.

Passengers and visitors were redirected to other terminals during the investigation. BSO’s Bomb Squad has secured the bag. Officials said airport operations outside Terminal 4 continued as normal…

Story continues

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS