Miami International Affected By Computer Glitch

MIAMI, FL — Miami International and an undisclosed number of other airports experienced a temporary disruption of the computer processing system that U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents use to screen overseas travelers. The incident occurred on New Year's Day.

"During the disruption, CBP had access to national security-related databases and all travelers were screened according to security standards," the agency reported.

Agency officials added that there was no indication the disruption was "malicious in nature."

John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York also warned passengers to expect delays as a result of the computer glitch.

Miami International officials confirmed late Monday that operations were returning to normal and said that other airports in the United States were also affected by the disruption.

Officials apologized for any delays related to the glitch.

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