Winter storm cancels flights, disrupts trains in New York, Boston, other northeast cities : NPR

Severe snowfall and blizzard conditions have led to transportation closures, impacting millions of individuals who are advised to stay home. Air travel has been severely disrupted, with numerous flight cancellations reported at major hubs like New York and Boston. Train services have also been affected, with some routes suspended.

The National Weather Service has issued warnings about extremely hazardous travel conditions in the storm-affected areas.

Here’s a summary of the current situation:

Flight Disruptions

Thousands of flights have been canceled in the U.S., with New York and Boston airports experiencing the highest numbers of cancellations. Air travelers are advised to check with airlines for updates on their flights.

U.S. airlines are offering options for impacted customers to rebook their trips at no additional cost. Additionally, the Global Entry program has been suspended due to the government shutdown.

Furthermore, following the death of a cartel leader in Mexico, several airlines have canceled flights to certain destinations.

Travel Restrictions and Public Transit

Winter weather has led to travel bans on roads and significant disruptions in public transit services. New York and Boston have implemented restrictions on non-emergency travel, while public transportation services have been reduced in some areas.