01 Aug 2022 | 06:28 AM UTC
US: Police close LAX Terminal 3 in Los Angeles, Calif., late July 31 to investigate a suspicious package
Police close LAX Terminal 3 in Los Angeles, Calif., US, late July 31 due to a suspicious package. Tight security likely. Confirm flights.
Event
Police at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California, have closed Terminal 3 to investigate a suspicious package. Reports indicate that the investigation is particularly affecting the upper level.
Delays or cancellations of flights are possible through August 1. Once the terminal has been reopened, residual flight delays are likely for several hours. Heightened security and localized transit disruptions are likely in the area until early August 1.
Advice
Confirm all flights before coming to LAX. Expect delays in ground transfers to or from LAX. Plan for flight delays. Comply with all directives given by authorities. Follow local news sources for continuing information on Terminal 3. If you need to access Terminal 3, use the lower levels. Plan for localized transit disruptions.