{"id":2105032,"date":"2023-11-21T15:16:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T20:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/thanksgiving-travel-millions-could-face-flight-delays-this-week-due-to-severe-weather\/"},"modified":"2023-11-21T15:23:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T20:23:33","slug":"thanksgiving-travel-millions-could-face-flight-delays-this-week-due-to-severe-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/thanksgiving-travel-millions-could-face-flight-delays-this-week-due-to-severe-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"Thanksgiving travel: Millions could face flight delays this week due to severe weather"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">26<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fthanksgiving-travel-millions-could-face-flight-delays-this-week-due-to-severe-weather%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2105032&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Millions of People Brace\u2063 for \u2062Severe Storms During Thanksgiving Travel<\/h2>\n<p>Get ready for \u200ca wild\u2064 ride this Thanksgiving week as severe\u2063 storms threaten to\u200c disrupt holiday travel plans for millions of people. \u2064From rain and snowstorms on both coasts to\u200c tornadoes in the South, the weather forecast is anything \u2062but calm.<\/p>\n<h3>Travel Advisories and Weather \u200bWoes<\/h3>\n<p>Several\u2064 states have issued travel advisories \u2062for \u200cthe estimated 55 million people hitting the roads and skies this \u2064holiday\u2063 season. Brace yourself for Tuesday, the worst day for travel, \u200cas heavy wind and rain are expected to batter the East\u2063 Coast.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;A pre-Thanksgiving storm may bring travel impacts from the central to the eastern U.S. early next week,&#8221; warns the National Weather Service. &#8220;Areas of\u200b severe thunderstorms, gusty winds, heavy rain, \u200dand heavy\u2062 snow are all possible.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Tornadoes could strike Alabama, Florida, and Georgia on\u2062 Tuesday, while New England is in for a snowy Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Major\u200c transportation hubs like New York City, \u2064Washington, and Boston \u2063may experience delays \u200cdue to these weather conditions.<\/p>\n<p>But the storm\u2064 doesn&#8217;t stop there. Michigan, Wisconsin, and \u2063Minnesota could see snowfall on Wednesday, while the Northwest states of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington are bracing for rain.<\/p>\n<h3>Travel Advisory in Effect<\/h3>\n<p>New York City Mayor Eric Adams has \u200dissued a travel advisory for Tuesday,\u200b ahead of the projected snowstorm. The advisory\u200c will remain in \u200beffect until\u2063 Wednesday, \u2062urging residents \u200bto be\u200d prepared for heavy rains and strong winds.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;[New York City Emergency Management] \u2062 has issued\u2064 a travel advisory \u200dfor \u200dtoday, November 21, through tomorrow, November \u206222,&#8221; Adams announced on X, \u2064formerly known as \u2063Twitter. &#8220;Bundle up, \u200cadd\u2063 extra \u2062time for travel, and follow @NotifyNYC for more updates as\u2062 we have them.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Thanksgiving Day brings \u200dsome relief as the major storm\u2062 moves off the East Coast, leaving behind only lingering snow showers and gusty \u200dwinds in the Northeast. However, Denver and other Rocky Mountain areas could still see snow on Thursday and Friday.<\/p>\n<h3>Post-Thanksgiving Travel Concerns<\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t let your guard down just yet.\u200b The\u2063 NWS warns that \u2062a\u2063 storm could disrupt post-Thanksgiving travel on \u2062the East Coast, \u2063especially in the southeast.\u2062 However,\u200c projections for the weekend remain uncertain.<\/p>\n<p>With the Transportation Security Administration expecting a record-breaking 30 million people to travel\u200b by air from November 17-28, the 2023 Thanksgiving travel period is set to be the busiest ever. So buckle up and prepare for a bumpy ride!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\">CLICK HERE TO \u2062READ MORE FROM\u200c THE\u2064 WASHINGTON EXAMINER<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What regions of the\u200d United States are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/monday-afternoon-update-east-palestine-payouts-anti-cop-rioters-arrested-newsom-bails-to-baja\/\" title=\"Monday Afternoon Update: East Palestine Payouts, Anti-Cop Rioters Arrested, Newsom Bails To Baja\">facing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/new-u-s-ambassador-to-mexico-ken-salazar-arrives-in-mexico\/\" title=\"New U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar arrives in Mexico\">severe weather conditions<\/a><\/a> during Thanksgiving week?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  And even the potential for tornadoes will be possible on Tuesday.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>In addition to the East Coast, the \u200bMidwest and Plains states \u200care also facing their share of weather \u2063woes. Snowstorms are predicted to hit parts\u200d of the Northern\u200b Plains and\u2063 Great Lakes \u2062region, causing \u2062hazardous road conditions. Airports in these areas\u200b may also experience delays and cancellations due to the winter weather.<\/p>\n<p>The West Coast is not\u200b exempt from the stormy \u2064forecast either. Residents and travelers in \u200dCalifornia are bracing for heavy rain\u200c and\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/hurricane-hilary-forms-could-bring-heavy-rain-to-southern-california\/\" title=\"Hurricane Hilary emerges, may bring downpours to SoCal.\">potential flash flooding<\/a>. This comes as a stark contrast to the recent wildfires that \u200dhave plagued\u200d the state. While the rain is welcome in terms of fire containment, it poses a new\u200d set of challenges for those on the roads.<\/p>\n<h3>Impact on Thanksgiving Travel<\/h3>\n<p>These severe storms\u2064 have the potential to disrupt Thanksgiving travel plans for millions of people. Long delays, cancellations, and treacherous road conditions are \u2063expected throughout \u2064the week.<\/p>\n<p>For\u200b those traveling by air, it is advised to check with your airline for any\u2064 updates\u200d on flight schedules and possible cancellations. It is also recommended to arrive\u2064 early \u200dat the airport and allow for extra time for security screenings and any potential delays.<\/p>\n<p>Traveling by road may\u200b be even more\u2063 challenging,\u200b especially\u2063 in areas where\u2064 snowstorms are forecasted. Drivers are urged to exercise caution and stay informed about road conditions.\u200c It is wise to have an emergency kit\u200d in the car, including a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/thanksgiving-travel-millions-could-face-flight-delays-this-week-due-to-severe-weather\/\" title=\"Thanksgiving travel: Millions could face flight delays this week due to severe weather\">fully charged cell phone<\/a>,\u200c extra blankets,\u2064 water, \u200band non-perishable food items.<\/p>\n<h3>Taking Precautions and Staying Safe<\/h3>\n<p>As always, safety should be \u200da top priority\u200d when traveling during severe weather conditions.\u2063 Here are some precautions to\u2064 consider:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Monitor the weather forecast: Stay updated on the latest \u2062weather \u2063conditions and any advisories\u2063 or warnings.<\/li>\n<li>Plan ahead: If possible,\u200c adjust your travel \u2063plans to avoid the worst\u200d days or times for weather impacts.<\/li>\n<li>Stay informed: Follow local news and authorities for updates \u2064on road closures, travel advisories, and emergency alerts.<\/li>\n<li>Drive defensively: \u200cReduce your speed, increase following\u2063 distance, and use caution \u2062when driving in adverse\u2063 weather\u200c conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Pack essential items: Carry necessary supplies, such as a first aid kit, flashlight, \u2063and extra batteries, in case of emergencies.<\/li>\n<li>Stay connected: Keep your cellphone charged and have a backup power \u2064source, such\u200c as \u2064a portable charger, in case of power outages.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>By taking these precautions and \u2062staying informed, travelers can\u2062 minimize \u200crisks and better navigate the challenges posed by severe storms during Thanksgiving travel. While it \u2062may require some extra planning and patience, safety should always be the priority. Remember, it&#8217;s better to arrive at your\u200d destination\u200d safely, even \u200cif it\u200d takes longer than expected.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>As millions of people prepare to travel for Thanksgiving, severe storms threaten to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/energy-supply-crunch-covid-woes-weigh-on-european-stocks\/\" title=\"Energy supply crunch, COVID woes weigh on European stocks\">disrupt plans<\/a> across the country. From \u200cheavy rain and \u200csnowstorms to potential tornadoes, travel advisories have \u2064been issued, urging caution and preparedness. Whether traveling by\u200b air or road, it&#8217;s important to stay informed, plan ahead, \u2062and\u2064 prioritize safety. While the \u200cweather may cause delays and challenges, taking precautions can help \u200densure a safe and \u2063stress-free holiday season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Millions of people can expect to have their holiday travel affected by severe storms this Thanksgiving week, and some could even see their flights grounded or delayed due to rain and snowstorms projected to hit both coasts. 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