Severe Thanksgiving Day Storm brings Rain and Snow to Northeast, causing Travel Disruptions

A Thanksgiving Day storm brought snow and rain to the East Coast, causing travel issues for those still on their journeys, while those already at their destinations were thankful. Winter storm warnings were in effect for areas in the interior Northeast, where over a foot of snow was possible. Flight delays were reported at Denver International Airport due to heavy snow in the Rockies, but had improved by Thursday night. Meanwhile, a shortage of air traffic controllers caused delays at Newark Liberty International Airport, which had been lifted by Thursday morning. Record numbers of travelers were expected to hit the roads for the Thanksgiving holiday, leading to traffic congestion. Cold Siberian air is bringing frigid temperatures to the country, with daytime highs 10 to 20 degrees below average in some areas. More snow is expected in areas downwind of lakes Ontario and Erie, causing hazardous travel conditions. As millions of people are expected to head back home on Sunday, road travel conditions are expected to be the worst during certain times, according to NBC News. Overall, travelers are urged to be cautious of rainy and snowy conditions and prepare for cold temperatures across the country.

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