As Hurricane Idalia approaches Florida's coast, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) has announced that it will close to all air traffic and the terminal will be locked and secured beginning at 7 p.m. today, Tuesday, Aug. 29.

SRQ plans to reopen at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Aug. 30, pending damage assessment from the storm. If you have travel plans, check directly with your airline for the latest flight information.

Remember that the airport terminal is not a shelter.  Information about evacuation centers in both Sarasota and Manatee counties can be found here.