Mactan airport operations suspended until further notice

The operations at the Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) remain suspended as officials continue clearing operations and assessment of damage after Typhoon Odette hit Cebu island late Thursday.

"MCIA operations will continue to be suspended until further notice. The airport is undergoing damage assessment and debris clean up activities to ensure the safety of passengers and staff once operations are permitted to resume," according to the message posted on social media at 10 p.m. on Friday.

"All passengers are advised not to proceed to the airport until the resumption of flights are announced. Thank you and keep safe. #OdettePH."

The MCIA first announced the suspension of operations on Thursday evening at 6:52 pm.

"At 6:52 p.m. of Dec. 16, 2021, airport operations have been suspended until further notice due to the damage caused by Typhoon Odette. Passenger and employee safety remain our no. 1 priority," the MCIA said.

"Flights are also cancelled until further notice. We are closely coordinating with the different government agencies and airline partners regarding announcements on the resumption of flights. Passengers are requested not to proceed to the airport until the resumption of flights are announced." -- BAP, GMA News