Friday, May 24, 2024 Thunderstorms in Chicago and Florida could derail Memorial Day travel, causing flight delays, cancellations, and disruptions as millions plan to hit the road. Travel disruptions loom over Memorial Day weekend due to widespread severe thunderstorms across the US. Thunderstorms over Chicago and Florida could significantly derail Memorial Day travel plans.
Severe weather may lead to delays and cancellations at O’Hare International Airport and disrupt travel in Florida, especially around popular beaches. With AAA predicting the busiest Memorial Day travel in 19 years, millions of travelers might face chaos and last-minute changes due to the storms. Throughout Friday, numerous areas in Iowa and Illinois, including Chicago, are expected to face severe thunderstorms.
These conditions may affect travelers at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, ranked as the fourth busiest airport in the nation. In southern Florida, the National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather warning, alerting to isolated thunderstorms and possible rip currents along its famed beaches. The American Automobile Association (AAA) anticipates this year’s Memorial Day weekend will be the busiest in 19 years, with an estimated 43.
8 million people traveling over 50 miles. Storms yesterday brought significant travel disruptions across northeastern US, particularly impacting New York’s airports. New York City’s LaGuardia Airport and John F.
Kennedy International Airport experien.