Canes receive a hero’s welcome after arrival at MIA

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The Miami Hurricanes recently touched down at Miami International Airport on January 9 to a heartfelt hometown welcome following their Fiesta Bowl victory in Glendale, Arizona, marking a proud moment for the entire Miami-Dade County community.

The team arrived to a water cannon salute from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and cheers from enthusiastic MIA fans. As the players stepped off the plane, MIA team members lined the arrival area, holding “1-0” signs, which energized the Canes and reminded them that all of Miami-Dade is behind them.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava personally greeted the team to celebrate their hard work, determination, and the pride they bring to the community.

Miami-Dade stands with the Canes – the heart and pride of our community. Welcome back to the 305! Miami-Dade couldn’t be prouder.

Miami-Dade County Mayor, Daniella Levine Cava

MIA now looks forward to welcoming visitors from across the nation for the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 19, when the Canes will play the Indiana Hoosiers in Miami.

Miami International Airport, America’s busiest airport for international freight and the second busiest for international passengers, is receiving an unprecedented investment of $9 billion in capital improvements and maintenance upgrades. MIA offers more flights to Latin America and the Caribbean than any other U.S. airport and is also the leading economic engine for Miami-Dade County and the state of Florida, generating business revenue of $181 billion and approximately 60 percent of all international visitors to Florida annually.

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