TSA Bans Three New Items For Minnesota Travelers

Believe it or not, the holiday season is just a few months away and if you are planning on traveling to see friends or family outside of the state, you'll want to keep reading.

It can be hard to keep up with what is and isn't allowed in your checked bag or through airport security, especially because things are always changing.

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One thing you will definitely want to note: the TSA has just banned three new items and you could be in big trouble if you're caught with them - even unknowingly!

Just a few months ago, the TSA banned portable chargers in your checked bag. Now you can only carry them in your carry on for obvious reasons. Let's dive in!

TSA Updates Banned Items List + Adds Three Common Items

According to a report, the TSA has now banned cordless curling irons and cordless flatirons that have gas cartridges. They've also banned butane-filled curling irons and flatirons, along with gas refill cartridges for these items.

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If you try to pack these in your checked bag, you may be flagged and these items may be tossed. They can be expensive so you definitely don't want that to happen!

How To Deal With These Three New Banned Items

The FAA says you can keep these items in your carry on so you do not have to go completely without. You can pack one of these items per carry on so pack accordingly. If you do pack one, you have to have cover over the item in case it turns on.

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If you have an old-fashioned curling iron or flat iron that you have to plug in, that is allowed and you don't have to worry about carrying it on. The more you know! Couldn't we all use a vacation right about now?