Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Winter Storm Grounds Thousands Of Flights Across US


(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Air travel across large parts of the northeastern United States has been severely disrupted after a powerful winter storm brought heavy snowfall and strong winds to the region.

More than 5,500 flights within, into, and out of the United States have been canceled, with hundreds more delayed from Monday morning through early Tuesday (Eastern Time), according to US media reports.

More than 4,000 US flights were canceled on Sunday, in addition to approximately 1,600 more scheduled for Tuesday, raising concerns that travel chaos could persist.

The Federal Aviation Administration urged travelers to monitor updates and check with their airlines regarding the status of their flights.

The US National Weather Service described travel conditions as "extremely difficult" and "near impossible" in the areas most affected by the storm.

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