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New York NY, on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Port Authority will conduct an emergency response exercise at John F. Kennedy International Airport. During this time, airport operations will not be affected, though travelers and members of the public may see smoke and emergency vehicles at and around the airport.
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WASHINGTON DC, In response to the evolving threat of the novel coronavirus, and to minimize the risk of spreading within the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today will begin enforcing restrictions for all passenger flights to the United States carrying individuals who have recently traveled from the People’s Republic of China. In accordance with the President’s Proclamation and at the direction of Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf, the restrictions will begin for flights commencing after 5:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, February 2nd, and will direct the arrival of U.S. citizens who have traveled in China within 14 days of their arrival to one of seven designated airports, where the United States Government has enhanced public health resources in order to implement enhanced screening procedures. The administration is taking these actions to protect the American people.
