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Former President Joe Biden flew commercially from Reagan National Airport to South Carolina, joining everyday travelers on the flight; an AP photographer accompanied him, and Biden was later greeted by passengers in Columbia, with delays reflecting typical travel hassles.
A massive Arctic air blast, driven by a Polar Vortex, is forecast to bring heavy snow and freezing rain to about 30 states and around 160 million people, starting in Texas and New Mexico and sweeping east to major cities like Memphis, Nashville, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York. Some interior plains could see sub-40°F wind chills and temperatures plunge far below freezing; snowfall could exceed 12 inches in some areas. The storm threatens travel disruptions, power outages, and tree damage, and several states have declared emergencies as cold air persists into next week.
A United Airlines flight from Chicago encountered an issue on landing at Orlando International Airport, triggering a ground stop and temporary delays as passengers were bused to the terminal; no injuries were reported.
Greek airports suspended all flights due to radio frequency problems, leading to widespread delays and diversions, with authorities investigating the cause and Greek airspace largely closed for safety.
A CBS Philadelphia photojournalist and his wife are stranded in Puerto Rico due to temporary Caribbean airspace restrictions causing flight cancellations and rising hotel costs, with no available flights out until at least next weekend, impacting travelers including a newlywed couple on their honeymoon.
Eurostar services between the UK and continental Europe were halted due to a power supply problem in the Channel Tunnel, causing major travel disruptions during the New Year season, with passengers advised to change plans and avoid station visits.
A winter storm is expected to cause icy roads and travel delays in Northeast Wisconsin, with freezing rain and ice accumulations forecasted for Friday morning, followed by a second system bringing colder temperatures, snow, and gusty winds through the weekend, impacting holiday travel plans.
A winter storm is expected to bring 1-4 inches of snow to the NYC area before Christmas, with a First Alert Weather Day issued for Tuesday due to potential travel disruptions caused by the snow and rain.
A major winter storm is impacting Chicago and parts of Indiana with heavy lake-effect snow, causing hazardous travel conditions and potential delays, with snowfall rates reaching up to 3 inches per hour and the storm warning in effect until noon Monday.
A major UK air traffic control outage caused significant flight delays and cancellations at airports including Heathrow and Manchester, with the issue quickly resolved but leading to widespread disruption and criticism of NATS, the air traffic control provider.
Lawmakers faced significant travel disruptions due to thunderstorms, leading many to undertake long drives to reach Washington for a crucial vote on a major tax and policy bill, highlighting the impact of weather on legislative proceedings.
A Qantas flight from Perth to Paris was diverted back to Perth after 15 hours due to Middle East airspace closures caused by regional conflicts, affecting multiple international flights and leading to delays and accommodations for passengers.
WWE star Damian Priest faced travel delays en route to the Survivor Series: WarGames event in Vancouver, causing a last-minute scramble for the Countdown show panel. Despite missing a scheduled interview, Priest arrived in time for his rematch against GUNTHER for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. The event also features other high-profile matches, including LA Knight vs. Shinsuke Nakamura and a triple threat for the Intercontinental Title. Fans can follow the action live from Rogers Arena.
Millions of travelers in the U.S. are expected to face delays during the Thanksgiving holiday due to severe weather and high travel volumes. The FAA reports over 1,000 flight delays, primarily due to weather and volume, not staffing issues. The National Weather Service warns of potential travel disruptions in the eastern U.S. due to rain and wintry weather, with heavy snow in the Central Rockies and rain in the Tennessee Valley and mid-Atlantic regions. Travelers are advised to prepare for crowded airports and roads, and to stay updated on weather conditions.
The Colorado Rockies defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-1, with Ezequiel Tovar homering and Dakota Hudson allowing only one run in seven-plus innings. The Dodgers, who had been stuck on the tarmac for nearly nine hours due to weather and mechanical delays, struggled offensively. Walker Buehler, in his fifth start since Tommy John surgery, allowed four runs and seven strikeouts. The Rockies have won five of their last seven games.