Sarasota Bradenton International Airport Closes as Hurricane Milton Approaches
In anticipation of Hurricane Milton’s impending arrival, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport will shut down operations today, October 8, at 4 p.m. This closure is part of a broader effort to prepare for the storm, which is expected to make landfall on Wednesday.
Other nearby airports are also taking precautions. Tampa International Airport will close earlier today, with operations halting at 9 a.m. Additionally, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has announced that all flights scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday will be canceled.
Travelers are urged to stay updated on flight statuses and airport operations as the hurricane nears. While Orlando International Airport, Miami International Airport, and Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers currently remain open, officials advise passengers to monitor the latest updates from their airlines.