URGENT: TSA Has 3 Warnings For Montana Holiday Travelers

You Need To Know About The Following TSA Warnings

Traveling by air can be a stressful experience that only gets more stressful during the holidays thanks to an increase of other travelers.

One way to reduce that stress is to make sure you're aware of what you can and can't do when it comes to your flight, and with that in mind, the TSA has issued 3 warnings for Montana residents.

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TSA Warning Number 1:

AAA estimates that over the Christmas break there could be almost 8 million people who will travel to their destinations by air.

With that many people clogging up airports, the TSA says you can reduce your time going through security by making sure the following items are not packed in your luggage. 👇

19 Items Absolutely Banned from Checked Bags at Montana Airports

You may be familiar with what you can and cannot pack in your carry-on. But how familiar with items banned from your checked luggage? These are 19 of the more than 50 items that can't fly in your checked bag according to the TSA.

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TSA Warning Number 2:

If you are making just a quick trip and don't require checking in luggage at the airport but instead will only be bringing a carry-on bag, there are some rules and items that are prohibited for you as well. 👇

19 Items Absolutely Banned From Carry-On Luggage at Montana Airports

Baggage fees stink and you'll do anything you can to avoid paying them, including dragging some more items on the plane with you. Unfortunately, won't get away with it if you try to bring these items through security as a carry-on.

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TSA Warning Number 3:

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The final warning that TSA has for Montana travelers this holiday season is regarding your Christmas presents.

Seeing these wrapped presents sets off alarms, according to Federal Security Director Gerald Spero, who says they will have to unwrap your gifts to verify they are safe.

He suggests either not wrapping them or putting them in a gift bag that is easily checked so agents don't have to ruin your hard work.

KEEP SCROLLING: U.S. Government's Official 'DO NOT TRAVEL' List

Traveling to warm, sunny, popular places can be exciting. However, safety during your travel is of the utmost importance.

The United States government has a website listing travel advisories in place for countries all over the world, ranking the risk from Level 1 through Level 4.

When you see a country listed as a Level 4, you are advised NOT to travel there. As of November, 2024, the countries below are on the 'Do Not Travel' list.

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