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weather-travel1 year ago

"Desperate Stranded Travelers and Weather Modification: Dubai's Extraordinary Flooding Crisis"

Stranded passengers at Dubai's airports are running out of food and facing treacherous conditions after a freak storm caused intense flooding, leading to flight cancellations and delays. The UAE and Oman have been hit hard by the unprecedented weather event, with at least 20 deaths reported. Passengers have described the situation as chaotic, with limited food and water supplies, and some being stranded for days. The airports are facing operational challenges due to the flooded roads, and efforts are being made to distribute refreshments to the affected travelers.

via New York Post |
#airport#dubai#flooding
weather-travel1 year ago

Winter Storms Cause Chaos for Chinese Lunar New Year Travel

Snowstorms and freezing rain have disrupted transportation in large parts of China as millions of people travel for the Lunar New Year holiday, causing flight and train cancellations and stranding motorists on frozen highways. The bitter cold has spoiled plans for many to reunite with family, with social media posts showing people stuck in trains and railway stations. The freezing weather has led to one death and 13 injuries, prompting the central government to allocate funds for urgent snow removal. The freezing conditions are expected to abate soon, with warmer weather forecasted by Friday.

via BBC.com|
#china#lunar-new-year#snowstorms
weather-travel1 year ago

"Winter Storms Disrupt Lunar New Year Travel Across China and Japan"

Millions of Chinese people are facing travel chaos as blizzards and freezing rain snarl their journeys home for the spring festival holiday, with icy weather battering multiple regions and causing highways and train services to grind to a halt. The cold weather is expected to persist, impacting the world's largest human migration exercise as billions of Chinese people head home to celebrate the lunar new year, with the transport ministry forecasting a record nine billion trips for this year's holiday.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#blizzards#china#spring-festival
weather-travel1 year ago

"Blizzards Snare China's Annual Cross-Country Exodus, Millions Suffer"

Millions of Chinese people are facing travel chaos as blizzards and freezing rain snarl their journeys home for the spring festival holiday, with icy weather causing massive disruptions to highways, train stations, and airports across the country. The cold weather is expected to persist, affecting the annual holiday, which typically sees billions of trips as people head home to celebrate with their families.

via Yahoo News|
#blizzards#china#spring-festival
weather-travel1 year ago

Winter Storms Paralyze Chinese Lunar New Year Travel

Thousands of vehicles and travelers were stranded in central China due to heavy snow and icy conditions during the Lunar New Year holiday rush, with some motorists covering only 20 to 25 miles in 13 hours. The unusual snowfall also led to flight and train cancellations, airport closures, and delays, affecting millions of people heading home for the holiday. The Chinese government allocated $20 million for urgent assistance in snow removal and related work, while in neighboring Hunan province, one person was killed and 13 others injured after a roof collapsed at an agricultural produce fair following heavy snowfall.

via The Associated Press|
#china#lunar-new-year#snow
weather-travel1 year ago

"Delhi's Disruptive Fog: Poor Visibility Causes Travel Chaos"

Dense fog in Delhi has disrupted travel, with dozens of flights and trains delayed, leaving passengers stranded at the airport. The Indian Meteorological Department predicts light rains and thundershowers, accompanied by gusty winds, and moderate fog for the next few days. Delhi and the rest of north India have been experiencing cold wave conditions, with the coldest January in 13 years recorded.

via BBC.com|
#delhi#fog#indian-capital
weather-travel2 years ago

"Massive Winter Storm Causes Over 4,000 Flight Cancellations Across U.S."

Over 1,600 flights were canceled in the United States due to a massive winter storm affecting 12 states, with delays and cancellations expected to continue. Airlines like Delta and Southwest are anticipating operational challenges, while the FAA warned of potential flight delays due to weather conditions. Southwest Airlines led the list of cancellations, followed by SkyWest and United, with some cancellations extending to Saturday as airlines await regulatory approval to resume operating Boeing's 737 MAX 9 jets.

via Reuters|
#faa#flight-cancellations#travel-disruptions
weather-travel2 years ago

"Logan Airport Flights Disrupted by Massachusetts Snowstorm"

A winter storm in Massachusetts has led to the cancellation and delay of flights at Boston's Logan International Airport, with over 149 flights canceled and 36 delayed as of Sunday morning. The storm is forecast to bring more than a foot of snow to parts of the state, leading to power outages and travel disruptions. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the area, warning of heavy snow and potential travel hazards.

via Fox Business|
#flight-cancellations#logan-airport#massachusetts
weather-travel2 years ago

"Maine Residents Warned of Travel Disruptions Due to Impending Weekend Blizzard"

Mainers are being advised to exercise caution and expect travel delays ahead of a weekend snowstorm. Portland Jetport officials recommend travelers to keep checking their flight status, with airlines offering options to reschedule flights due to the storm advisory. The Maine Turnpike Authority is urging people to avoid road travel on Sunday if possible, to drive carefully, and to be prepared for emergencies if they must travel. They also remind drivers to clear snow off their cars and ensure their vehicle is properly equipped for winter conditions.

via WGME|
##mainesnowstorm#maineturnpikeauthority