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Wilmington International Airport Evacuated After Reported Bomb Threat

Airport officials said they received the threat at 8:50 p.m., prompting a precautionary security sweep by the sheriff’s bomb squad.

Overview

  • ILM announced the evacuation of its terminal after reporting an alleged bomb threat Thursday evening.
  • The airport said the terminal was cleared out of an abundance of caution to ensure safety.
  • The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad is conducting a sweep to assess the credibility of the report.
  • Officials described the situation as an active investigation, with outlets characterizing updates as part of a developing story.
  • Passengers reported being held at gates or evacuating, indicating immediate travel disruptions at the regional airport.