Newark Airport halted flights after air traffic control tower was evacuated due to smoke reports
Newark Liberty International Airport implemented a ground stop on Monday morning after air traffic controllers evacuated the control tower due to reports of smoke or a burning smell from an elevator. The FAA confirmed the temporary halt of arrivals and departures while controllers relocated to a backup tower before later returning to the primary tower.
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