Canada/United States: UPDATE: Rainbow Bridge Remains Closed but Other Niagara-Area Ports of Entry Are Operational
November 24, 2023
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At a Glance
- UPDATE NOVEMBER 24, 2023: According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency reports, the Rainbow Bridge border crossing has reopened to traffic in both directions
- After an explosion earlier today, the Rainbow Bridge crossing at the U.S.-Canada border remains closed, but the Peace Bridge and Lewiston/Queenston crossings have reopened.
- Buffalo International Airport is fully operational despite earlier news reports of suspended international flights, though additional security measures remain in place.
The situation
UPDATE NOVEMBER 24, 2023: According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency reports, the Rainbow Bridge border crossing has reopened to traffic in both directions.
After an explosion earlier today, the Rainbow Bridge crossing at the U.S.-Canada border is still closed but the Peace Bridge and Lewiston/Queenston crossings have reopened, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Though early reports indicated that Buffalo International Airport was closed to incoming and outgoing international flights, the airport is fully operational but additional security screenings remain in place.
Impact
Because investigations continue, individuals planning to travel through a Niagara-area port of entry should verify their plans to minimize the impact of delays.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen.
