July 4th travel surge expected as TSA announces record-breaking screening from past weekend

Agents screened nearly 3.1 million travelers this past Sunday, marking the busiest day nationwide in TSA's history, according to a press release. 

Spriggs added, "We appreciate those who arrive at the checkpoint prepared with REAL ID or another acceptable form of ID, and with no prohibited items in their carry-on bags."

TSA's prediction includes the Tuesday leading up to the holiday and the Monday following it. 

It is expected that the highest travel volume will be on Sunday with 2.9 flyers.

AAA released its "Independence Day Travel Forecast" report, finding that 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home this July 4th.