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A “potential cyberattack” has caused a series of delays at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), while the Port of Seattle dealt with an “internet and web systems outage” on Saturday.
In a statementSeattle International Airport said the outages began Saturday morning, as a result of a “potential cyber attack” at the Port of Seattle.
“Earlier this morning, the Port of Seattle experienced system outages that indicate a possible cyber attack,” authorities said. “The Port has isolated critical systems and is working to restore full service.”
As of 8 p.m. ET Saturday, 247 flights were delayed and six were canceled at the airport, According to FlightAware.
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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the Port of Seattle are experiencing a “web and internet systems outage” on Saturday. (Kent Nishimura/Getty Images/Getty Images)
The airport said it does not have a specific timeframe for returning to full operational capacity, but is working with authorities and partners to assist passengers whose travel plans have been affected by the outage.
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“We are working closely with relevant authorities and partners to assist travelers who may be affected. If you are traveling today, please check with our airline partners for travel information and allow additional time to get to Seattle International Airport and your gate,” the airport said. “To help make your journey through the airport easier, obtain your mobile boarding pass and any checked baggage through your airline apps prior to arriving at Seattle International Airport.”
Flight information display system. (Fatih Aktas/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images/Getty Images)
Transport authorities also She urged passengers travelling through the airport to contact their airlines for the latest information regarding their flights.
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They said the outages were affecting some systems at the airport.
The FAA declined to comment on the delays, referring Fox Business to authorities in the southeastern United States.
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