SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — With the government shutdown now in its 13th day, travelers could face longer wait times at airport security checkpoints, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said.

Officials emphasized that TSA officers are continuing to screen passengers as usual, but the strain could grow if the shutdown persists into the busy holiday travel season.

“Coming here, the line for U.S. passport holders in Vancouver was wrapped around,” Shadeh Razavi said. “I’m worried it’s going to be long; I’m here a little earlier than usual.”

Weather on the East Coast has also contributed to some flight delays, but travelers say staffing shortages and the shutdown are adding to their concerns.

“My family is going to Florida for Thanksgiving, and it’s my nephew’s golden birthday,” M

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