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Twin Cities airport security beefed up after terrorist plot unveiled

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A schedule displays fights at Heathrow
A schedule displays flights as cancelled at Terminal One Heathrow Airport on August 10, 2006 in London, England. London Airports have been thrown into chaos as Airport security has been heightened to critical after a terrorist plot to blow up planes in mid-flight from the UK to the US was disrupted by police.
Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images

In the wake of the thwarted terrorist plot in London, airline passengers are no longer allowed to bring liquids or gels onto any planes. Transportation Security Administration officials urge travelers to put those items into their checked luggage instead.

Those heading to Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport can expect tighter security measures and delays.

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Pat Hogan, director of public affairs with the Metropolitan Airports Commission, about the new security precautions.

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A schedule displays fights at Heathrow
A schedule displays flights as cancelled at Terminal One Heathrow Airport on August 10, 2006 in London, England. London Airports have been thrown into chaos as Airport security has been heightened to critical after a terrorist plot to blow up planes in mid-flight from the UK to the US was disrupted by police.
Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images