Updated as of 4:40PM - Police Clear Vehicle After Threat Closes BWI Airport Road

A bomb threat prompted a police investigation at Baltimore/Washington International Airport on Wednesday, according to a CNN report citing a source familiar with the situation. The vehicle in question was later cleared by authorities, officials said in a 4:15 p.m. update.

UPDATE: Law enforcement has cleared vehicle in question. Please be advised roadway operations will slowly return to normal.

For now, Upper Level roadway is open for both passenger dropoff/pickup.

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According to CNN's report, a person parked outside the terminal claimed to have a bomb in their vehicle. The person was arrested, CNN reported.

Airport officials confirmed police were investigating a vehicle on a lower-level roadway near the terminal, according to a social media post.

During the investigation, airport officials closed the terminal road to traffic. Airport officials said travelers inside the terminal were also asked to remain inside.