Flying in Louisiana? The TSA has added new banned items for checked bags. Here's what to know

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently banned new items from checked luggage because of safety concerns.

Following rules and regulations set forth by TSA is important in order to ensure travelers board planes on time and that passengers remain safe.

If Louisiana flyers attempt travel with these certain items in their checked bags, they may be at risk of being taken away by TSA agents.

TSA banning some cordless hair tools in checked bags. What to know in Louisiana

Recently banned items by the TSA include cordless hair devices, as they may contain potentially hazardous materials, such as gas cartridges and butane.

These specific types of cordless hair devices have been banned, according to the Federal Aviation Administration:

• Cordless curling irons or flatirons containing gas cartridges.

• Butane-fueled curling irons or flat irons.

• Gas refills (spare cartridges) for curling irons or flat irons.

These items have been prohibited because gas cartridges may potentially explode or ignite during transport.

TSA PreCheck passengers enter the security area at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, on Friday, July 26, 2024.

If TSA finds these items in checked bags, then passengers' luggage will likely be taken away, USA Today reported.

However, these items are allowed within carry-on bags, as long as there are safety covers that prevent activation. As for corded hair tools, these devices are fine in both checked and carry-on bags.

Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at [email protected]

This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: TSA bans new items from baggage. What Louisiana travelers should know

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