Update: The airport reopened at 1:45 p.m. Saturday. Authorities have not provided details about the threat.
Lastest tweet from the airport: MHT appreciates everyone’s patience and cooperation as we work to ensure your safety and return to normal operations. As always, please check with your airline to confirm flight information.
MANCHESTER – The New Hampshire Department of Safety is continuing to monitor a reported security threat at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. This morning, resources from the Division of State Police, including the Bomb Squad, responded to assist. The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is also actively monitoring the ongoing situation.
The safety of New Hampshire residents and visitors is always the Department’s first priority. Anyone who sees something suspicious should immediately contact local law enforcement or 9-1-1.
Passengers should follow Manchester-Boston Regional Airport on Twitter for updates on flights.
The airport tweeted that an incident occurred this morning around 11 a.m. which is under investigation, and we will provide more information as it becomes available. Please check with your airlines for up-to-date flight information.
The following three Tweets were available on Twitter. We will update this story as more information becomes available.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
An incident occurred this morning around 11 a.m. at MHT. This incident is under investigation, and we will provide more information as it becomes available. Please check with your airlines for up-to-date flight information.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Our teams and law enforcement partners are investigating a security threat at MHT. All passengers are exiting the secure area and will be rescreened through TSA before returning to their gates. This is an ongoing situation. We will continue to update as info becomes available.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Our team and law enforcement partners have completed a cautionary security sweep of the Airport. Roads are now opened, and passengers are being rescreened. Please check with your airline for flight info.