In Miami-Dade County, winter storms across the nation have led to significant travel disruptions even in the typically warm climate of South Florida. The inclement weather has caused numerous flight delays and cancellations, impacting travelers both locally and nationally.
Poor weather conditions across various regions have resulted in widespread travel delays, affecting South Florida on Friday. According to FlightAware.com, nearly 3,000 flights were delayed nationwide by Friday evening. At Miami International Airport alone, there were nearly 290 delayed flights and five cancellations. Similarly, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International reported over 260 delays and one cancellation.
Travelers like Adeline Kamera, who faced a two-hour delay arriving from Germany via Charlotte, expressed frustration. ‘You have to wait with babies,’ Kamera said, highlighting the inconvenience caused by prolonged delays. ‘Two hours is a long time,’ she added, emphasizing the impact of such disruptions on passengers.
The adverse weather is largely due to severe storms in the western mountains, where up to two feet of snow and over four inches of rain are expected. Meanwhile, the East Coast may experience substantial rainfall. This has led to challenging travel conditions, as aircraft need to navigate around the weather systems, further contributing to delays.
Triple-A has projected record travel numbers during this holiday season, estimating 119 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles between December 21 and January 1. A significant portion of this travel is by air, with approximately 7.85 million people expected to fly, marking an increase of about 300,000 from last year.
The winter storms have undeniably posed challenges to holiday travel plans, with South Florida airports experiencing the ripple effects of nationwide weather disturbances. As the holiday season progresses, travelers are advised to stay informed about potential delays and adjust their plans accordingly.
Source: Local10
