A ground stop has been implemented at several major US East Coast airports on Wednesday as thunderstorms sweep through the region, ahead of the potential Tropical Storm Erin expected next week. Numerous airports faced ground delays and flight cancellations.
Among the hardest-hit airports were LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in Newark, New Jersey, JFK Airport in New York, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
FAA Issues Advisory for East Coast Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued alerts for multiple airports across the East Coast. Travelers are advised to check flight status and expect potential delays.
NYC Issues Emergency Thunderstorm Alert
“Thunderstorms are causing major disruptions for flights to and from all three NYC-area airports. Departures to Newark Liberty (EWR) are delayed an average of 135 minutes and rising, with arrival flights delayed about 40 minutes,” the New York City Emergency Management said in a post on X.
“Departures to JFK are averaging 149-minute delays, with arrival operations also slowed. Departures to LaGuardia (LGA) are averaging 120-minute delays, with a ground stop for some flights until at least 2:45 PM and departures delayed about 15 minutes and growing,” it added.
Travelers Urged to Stay Updated
Passengers are advised to monitor airline notifications and plan for extended delays. The situation remains fluid as thunderstorms continue to affect flight operations along the East Coast.
