Spring Break Travelers: Longer Lines Ahead

0:00Welcome to Anchorage News Today, two minutes of news that matter to Anchorage. Spring break travelers heading to airports might run into longer security lines this week. A partial government shutdown means transportation security administration agents are working without pay. Officials worry this could lead to more absences as agents pick up second jobs for basics like gas and childcare. This comes after the longest shutdown in history last fall, which lasted 43 days. Many agents are still recovering financially from that. The current unpaid period could make things worse, slowing down screenings nationwide. At Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, though, passengers say they've had no extra delays. Local travelers report smooth trips through security there, and at other spots like Texas, Florida, Montana, and even Cancun, Mexico. One visitor from Florida noted a much easier time in Alaska compared to hours long waits back home in Orlando. She chalked some of it up to choosing the wrong line, but still found Anchorage a breeze.

1:03Experts and travelers alike recommend building an extra time at the airport just in case. With the shutdown ongoing, lines could pop up anywhere during this busy travel season. The daily news now is presented by our sponsor, LinkedIn the description, relax deeper, reset faster, comfort you can hear, S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com.