Winter Storm Halts Flights, Freezing Rain And Snow Slam U.S. Travel
Winter Storm Halts Flights, Freezing Rain And Snow Slam U.S. Travel
US · Published Jan 26, 2026
Major winter storm cancels over 3,600 flights, causing widespread travel disruptions across the U.S.
Freezing rain and heavy snow create hazardous road conditions, prompting FEMA warnings.
Over 820,000 customers in Tennessee and the Carolinas experience power outages due to the storm.
Major winter storm causes widespread disruptions
A significant winter storm has wreaked havoc across the United States, leading to the cancellation of over 3,600 flights on Monday alone, following a staggering 11,000 cancellations on Sunday. Major airports, including those in Boston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and New York, are experiencing substantial disruptions, with American Airlines bearing the brunt of the impact. The combination of freezing rain and heavy snowfall has created treacherous road conditions, making travel exceedingly dangerous. Strong winds and widespread icy conditions have prompted urgent warnings from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), urging residents to take necessary precautions.
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