Northeast US Winter Storm Causes Major Flight Disruptions

A severe winter storm has caused major travel problems in the United States, especially in the northeast, during the busy holiday season. Thousands of flights were affected, with about 1,600 cancelled and 7,400 delayed. Airports in New York, Boston, Chicago, and even Toronto experienced major disruptions.

New York and southern Connecticut were forecast to receive up to nine inches of snow. State and city officials issued travel warnings, and a snow emergency has been declared in New York as the city prepares for one of its heaviest storms in years.

Airports have advised travellers to check with their airlines for the latest flight updates. Many people are facing delays and cancellations, making holiday travel difficult.