Coast-to-Coast Storm Causes Travel Delays for Thanksgiving with Rain and Snow

Thanksgiving holiday travel is well underway with a storm tracking from the Rockies to the Midwest and Northeast into Thursday, impacting flights and roads. More than 3 million travelers were expected to be screened by TSA on Wednesday, with record car travel numbers expected. Flight delays and cancellations were reported across the country, with some airports experiencing ground delays due to snow and ice. Thanksgiving Day will bring rain for the I-95 corridor and heavy snow for the interior Northeast and New England. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to go on, rain or shine. Cold weather is forecast for the weekend in the northern Plains and Midwest, with below average temperatures. Authorities are warning travelers to be cautious about leaving their cars in airport parking lots due to an increase in vehicle thefts. Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth International airports have implemented additional security measures to prevent thefts. Travelers are advised to take precautions and ensure the safety of their vehicles when parking at airports.

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