Summary
A winter storm caused major flight disruptions in the United States, leading to thousands of delays and cancellations at key airports following the Thanksgiving holiday. Airports in cities like Chicago, Texas, and across the Southeast faced severe challenges due to snow, ice, and cold temperatures, affecting air and ground travel.
Key Facts
- Over 15,000 flights were delayed, and at least 900 were canceled due to the storm.
- Chicago's O'Hare International Airport experienced significant delays and over 1,300 flight cancellations in 24 hours.
- The Des Moines Airport closed a runway after a plane slid off; no injuries were reported.
- The National Weather Service reported record snowfall in Chicago on Saturday.
- Detroit Wayne County Airport and Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport also experienced over 80 cancellations.
- Travel on roadways was dangerous, with a notable 40-vehicle crash in Indiana.
- The National Weather Service warned of continued wintry weather in the coming days.
