MORRISVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- Ingrid Hernandez just arrived in Raleigh from California. She said she saw the effects of the government shutdown at TSA checkpoints back home.

"The flight was supposed to leave at 6:55 a.m. We didn't end up leaving almost to like an hour later. The captain came on and told us that we were still waiting for about 60 people to still come through security," Hernandez said.

Keisha Holmes said she heard about the reduction of flights, so she took extra cautions.

"We gave ourselves a little extra time," said Holmes.

The FAA and DOT made the decision because of safety concerns . Air traffic controllers are calling out because of the government shutdown.

Officials at Raleigh-Durham International Airport said they want travelers to prepare.

"I think it's wait a

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