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Part of Dulles Airport’s main terminal reopens after investigation

WASHINGTON — Part of Dulles International Airport’s main terminal has reopened after an investigation into an unattended item.

The airport’s main terminal arrivals and departures level closed at about 5 p.m. for investigation of the item discovered by a canine. The all clear was given and the public was allowed back in the area at about 6:45 p.m.

Several airline ticket check-in counters and baggage claim carousels were affected. Affected ticket counters included: United, Lufthansa, Avianca, Austrian, Jetblue, Alaska and Porter. Consider using online check-in prior to airport arrival, if practical.

Sarah Beth Hensley

Sarah Beth Hensley is the Digital News Director at Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø. She has worked several different roles since she began with Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø in 2013 and has contributed to award-winning stories and coverage on the website.

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