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Airlines issue waivers for Mexico City travel after deadly quake
Mexico City Airport reopened late Tuesday evening following a powerful earthquake which rocked the city.
City officials said the runways and terminal buildings were unscathed after the deadly quake, the second to rock the country in as many weeks.
Airport operator Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de México announced the resumption of service and said about 180 flights were impacted by the temporary closure.
Delta Air Lines issued a travel waiver for passengers due to fly today, stating tickets can be rebooked free of charge for travel by September 23.
Delta partner Aeromexico also issued a waiver.
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southeast of the capital, with deaths reported in Mexico City and surrounding states.
By the early hours of Wednesday, more than 220 people were confirmed dead in and around Mexico City, with dozens of buildings collapsed.
The death toll is almost certain to rise, officials said.
About 40% of one of the world’s biggest cities is without power.
We are facing a new national emergency," said President Enrique Pena Nieto said, while US counterpart Donald Trump tweeted: "God bless the people of Mexico City. We are with you and will be there for you."
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