A Thanksgiving Day storm hit the East Coast, causing travel disruptions for those still on the move. Heavy snow was forecast for the interior Northeast, with winter storm warnings in effect for several states. Power outages affected thousands in Maine. Denver International Airport saw delays due to snow in the Rockies, but flights were mostly on time by Thursday night. Newark Liberty International Airport also experienced delays due to air traffic controller shortages. Airports like JFK, LAX, and Seattle-Tacoma had the most delays on Thursday. AAA predicts a record number of car travelers for the holiday. Snow alerts were issued for areas near lakes Ontario and Erie. Cold Siberian air is expected to bring frigid temperatures across the country, with some regions seeing temperatures in the teens and 20s. Sunday is expected to be the busiest day for travel, with millions passing through TSA checkpoints. Drivers should be aware of hazardous road conditions due to snow and rain. Overall, travelers are facing challenging conditions but are thankful to be with loved ones during the holiday.
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Storm disrupts Thanksgiving travel in Northeast with rain and snow
