Thanksgiving holiday travel saw millions of people hitting the road and air, with a storm tracking from the Rockies to the Midwest and Northeast causing delays and cancellations. Over 1 million more travelers were expected to take to the roads this year compared to last year. The storm brought rain, snow, and ice to various parts of the country, impacting flight schedules and causing problems on the roads.
The system was forecasted to cause disruptions in major airports, including delays at Newark Liberty International Airport due to a shortage of air traffic controllers. Flight delays and cancellations were reported in cities such as Denver, Salt Lake City, Boston, Dallas, and Las Vegas. Road travelers on highways such as I-80, I-64, and I-75 were affected by rain and snow, with conditions expected to worsen along the I-95 corridor. The iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City was expected to go on despite the rainy forecast.
As the storm moved out of the New England area, conditions were expected to return to normal, but cold winds and lake effect snow in the Great Lakes region would continue through the weekend. Travelers were advised to remain cautious, especially at airport parking lots, as vehicle thefts have been on the rise in some major airports. Authorities were taking steps to increase security measures in these areas to prevent further incidents.
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