Summary
A major winter storm named Fern caused more than 10,000 flight cancellations in the U.S. on Sunday, closing several airports in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The storm also resulted in severe travel disruptions and states of emergency in multiple areas, affecting power supplies and causing at least two deaths.
Key Facts
- A massive winter storm named Fern led to the cancellation of over 10,000 U.S. flights on Sunday.
- The storm closed 30 airports, especially in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, according to the National Airspace System Status.
- Major airports like LaGuardia, JFK, Newark Liberty, and Reagan National had significant cancellations.
- U.S. airlines such as American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and United offered waivers for customers to change flights without fees.
- Passengers with canceled flights were entitled to refunds, including extra fees, as per federal rules.
- States of emergency were declared, with nearly one million people losing power in 10 states.
- Two deaths were reported due to the storm, with individuals dying from hypothermia in Louisiana.
- The National Weather Service warned of continued dangerous conditions and possible severe thunderstorms.
