How Airports Are Preparing for Hurricane Milton

Category 4 storm could make landfall as early as Wednesday evening.

Ryan Ewing

Wednesday, October 09, 2024 at 01:14 PM ET

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Edited By: tccjeremy

Crew secure airfield equipment ahead of Hurricane Milton [Courtesy: Tampa International Airport]

Key Takeaways:

Florida is bracing for Hurricane Milton, leading to 2,400 flight cancellations and widespread airport disruptions across the state.
Major airports like Tampa International (KTPA) and Sarasota-Bradenton International (KSRQ) have completely shut down, while Orlando International (KMCO) has paused commercial operations.
Airports are undertaking extensive preparations, such as chaining down jet bridges and securing equipment, with Tampa International expressing significant concern over potential 10-15 feet of storm surge and flooding.

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Florida is bracing for Hurricane Milton as it barrels toward the state’s Gulf Coast. Airlines have canceled 2,400 flights so far on Wednesday in preparation for the storm, according to FlightAware.

Major airports throughout the state have halted operations completely, including Tampa International Airport (KTPA), which shut down on Tuesday morning. Orlando International Airport (KMCO) remains open but has paused all commercial operations.