The Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA ) has reopened after being battered by Hurricane Lisa on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022. Hurricane Lisa made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane near Belize City. Â As of November 3rd National Emergency Management Organization ( NEMO) has given the all clear sign, with the International Airport reopening and resuming operations at 11AM, today November 3rd. The Philip Goldson International Airport is Belize’s main airport and the only international airport in the country.
Traveling to and from BelizeÂ
The Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) pre-covid.
Hurricane Lisa, a Category 1 storm, has impacted airline and airport operations in Belize. Guest traveling in and out of the country can expect a few minor delays while the airport works towards resuming operations. Â For those traveling internationally, consult with your airlines to determine the latest flight schedule.
Hurricane Lisa and Belize
Hurricane Lisa made landfall in Belize City on Wednesday November 2nd approximately 10 miles south of Belize City at 3:15pm. According to Chief Meteorologist, Ronald Gordon Hurricane Lisa made landfall with maximum sustained winds of 85mph. Â After making landfall in Belize the storm moved across into northern Guatemala, and southeastern Mexico.
