Colombia: Authorities temporarily close Palonegro International Airport in Lebrija, Santander Department, Feb. 8 due to adverse weather

Authorities have temporarily closed Palonegro International Airport (BGA) in Lebrija, Santander Department, as of Feb. 8 due to heavy rainfall. Several flights have reportedly been delayed or canceled; additional flight disruptions may be reported at BGA over the coming hours. The Feb. 8 closure marks the third consecutive day on which the airport, which serves nearby Bucamaranga, has experienced weather-related flight disruptions. Officials did not immediately indicate when flight operations would resume at BGA.

Lingering flight disruptions, including delays and cancellations, are likely even after flight operations resume as airlines work to clear flight backlogs.