NEW YORK - A sinkhole near a runway at LaGuardia Airport caused delays and cancellations Wednesday after crews discovered the issue during a routine inspection, officials said.
According to FlightAware, LaGuardia Airport was experiencing arrival delays for airborne aircraft averaging 35 minutes and increasing.
What we know:
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey said the sinkhole was identified around 11 a.m. near Runway 4/22 during the airport’s daily morning airfield inspection.
The runway was immediately shut down while emergency construction and engineering crews worked to determine the cause and make repairs, according to the agency.
"The Port Authority is in close communication with airlines and airport partners and will continue providing updates as conditions evolve," the agency said in a statement posted on X.
Travelers were urged to check directly with their airlines for updated flight information as delays and cancellations mounted. Officials said forecast thunderstorms later Wednesday could worsen disruptions.
No injuries were reported.
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LaGuardia Airport status
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Newark Airport status
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JFK Airport status
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The Source: This report is based on information from LaGuardia Airport.