Traffic & Transit

Power Outage At Newark Airport Disrupts Friday Commute

Some TSA checkpoints may see extended passenger screening times, officials said. Passengers should allow extra travel time.

A power outage disrupted the daily commute at Newark Airport on Nov. 22, authorities said.
A power outage disrupted the daily commute at Newark Airport on Nov. 22, authorities said. (File Photo: Port Authority of NY/NJ)

NEWARK, NJ — A power outage disrupted the daily commute at Newark Airport on Friday morning, authorities said.

Airport officials reported a “power disruption” in Terminal B around 9 a.m.

“Please check with your airlines for delays,” officials stated. “Allow extra travel time.”

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Temporary power was restored less than an hour later, but some areas may still be impacted, airport officials said.

Officials offered another update around 10 a.m.:

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“Due to the power disruption in Terminal B, TSA checkpoints may experience extended passenger screening times. Allow extra time for travel.”

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