Intense snowfall and icy conditions across Europe have caused six deaths and widespread travel chaos, including hundreds of flight cancellations at major airports like Amsterdam and Paris, with disruptions expected to continue amid severe winter weather.
Virgin Voyages has announced that due to the temporary closure of Puerto Rico's airspace caused by military activity in Venezuela, flights are disrupted, but disembarkation in San Juan will proceed as scheduled with all sailors required to disembark by 10:30 a.m. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for updates, and those unable to embark on the next voyage will receive a full credit. The company is actively managing the situation and providing updates.
A severe lake effect snowstorm is expected to hit Upstate New York, with snowfall of 2 to 3 feet and wind gusts up to 75 mph, causing dangerous travel conditions and potential power outages through New Year's Eve.
A powerful winter storm with heavy snow, blizzards, and strong winds is causing widespread travel disruptions across the US Midwest and Northeast, affecting nearly 10 million people with warnings and delays, and prompting emergency responses in states like Minnesota and Michigan.
Storm Johannes caused fatalities and widespread disruptions across Nordic countries, including Sweden, Norway, and Finland, with power outages, travel cancellations, and weather-related incidents, but no injuries reported.
A major winter storm is approaching the Northeast, bringing heavy snow to New York City and surrounding areas, with up to 7 inches expected in NYC, causing significant travel disruptions and flight cancellations, along with ice and snow hazards across the region.
Severe toxic smog in Delhi has led to hazardous air quality levels, causing travel disruptions, school closures, and a deadly highway accident, highlighting ongoing environmental and political challenges in addressing air pollution.
The FAA has ordered a nationwide reduction in flights due to the ongoing government shutdown, impacting over 40 airports and leading to thousands of cancellations and travel disruptions, as air traffic controllers work without pay and airlines adjust schedules.
The FAA is mandating a 10% reduction in flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday to ease air traffic control pressures during the government shutdown, affecting numerous travelers and flights across the country.
The ongoing U.S. government shutdown may force the closure of parts of the airspace next week due to staffing shortages among air traffic controllers, leading to potential widespread flight delays and cancellations, especially during the busy holiday season, as officials prioritize safety amid financial pressures on federal employees.
Alaska Airlines has grounded all flights nationwide due to an IT outage affecting operations, and has requested a ground stop from the FAA, causing widespread travel disruptions.
The Green Bay Packers' flight to Phoenix was delayed by over five hours due to an issue with their charter plane, causing them to arrive just before their game against the Arizona Cardinals.
Nearly 1,000 tourists were stranded near Machu Picchu due to protests in Peru that disrupted train and bus services, as protesters demand representation in the bidding process for a new bus operator, threatening the site's status as a Wonder of the World.
Spirit Airlines will cease operations at Portland International Airport after October 3 and discontinue service at 10 other locations due to financial struggles and bankruptcy filings, reflecting ongoing challenges in the airline industry post-COVID-19.
Air Canada suspended its restart plans after its union defied a work order, leading to a strike that disrupted travel for around 130,000 passengers daily. The government ordered the union to return to work, but the union refused, citing unfair negotiations and planning to challenge the order. The airline plans to resume flights by Monday evening, but expects ongoing delays and cancellations.