Air traffic control tower temporarily closed at Chicago Midway International Airport

CHICAGO -- The air traffic control tower at Chicago Midway International Airport is temporarily closing, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Officials say on Tuesday, March 17, several technicians at the facility tested positive for the COVID-19 virus.

An FAA statement says the airport remains open and operations will continue at a reduced rate until the situation is resolved.

The statement goes on to say the following: