“Turbulent Tuesday: Winter Storm Cora Unleashes Travel Chaos Across the Southeast, Bringing Thousands of Flight Delays and Cancellations to Atlanta, Charlotte, and Beyond”
**Winter Storm Cora Wreaks Havoc on US Air Travel, Hundreds of Flights Disrupted**
Winter Storm Cora, a powerful and potentially hazardous storm, has continued to move east, resulting in hundreds of flight disruptions at major hubs. The storm, which has already brought significant disruptions to Dallas this week, has now caused significant disruptions across the Southeast.
According to flight tracker FlightAware, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) canceled 383 flights on Friday, while Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) was not much better off, canceling 293 flights. Additionally, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has still has over 200 flight cancellations.
The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of a dangerous mixture of snow and ice stretching from Arkansas through Virginia, while Atlanta has seen one to four inches of snow in some areas and up to two-tenths of an inch of ice. The NWS in Atlanta also warned of widespread and long-lasting power outages, stating, “Travel could be nearly impossible.”
Charlotte is expected to receive snow and sleet accumulations of up to two inches with up to a quarter of an inch of ice. To prepare for the winter weather, CLT will be working with nearly 40 snow removal and de-icing vehicles to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Meanwhile, several airlines have issued flight waivers for the Southeast in response to the winter storm. These airlines include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Passengers are encouraged to check with their airline for flight status updates before arriving at the airport.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
Q: What airports are affected by Winter Storm Cora?
A: Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, and others in the Southeast.
Q: How many flights have been canceled due to the storm?
A: Over 500 flights have been canceled due to the storm, with the majority being cancelled at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).
Q: Which airlines have issued flight waivers for the Southeast?
A: Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Alaska Airlines have all issued flight waivers for the Southeast.
**Conclusion**
Winter Storm Cora has brought significant disruptions to US air travel, with hundreds of flights cancelled due to the hazardous weather conditions. Passengers are advised to check with their airline for flight status updates before arriving at the airport and to allow extra time to reach their destination. As the storm is expected to impact the Southeast throughout Friday, travelers should plan accordingly and be prepared for potential delays or cancellations.