Over 1,000 flights cancelled as hurricane makes landfall in Florida
More than 1,000 flights were cancelled in the United States as Hurricane Idalia hit Florida, causing airports to shut down and airlines to suspend operations in multiple cities.
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Posted 8/31/2023, 2:11:30 AM
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Thousands of flights were cancelled in the UK due to a network-wide airspace failure caused by technical issues, with the effects expected to last for days.
Travel experts recommend monitoring the effects of Hurricane Idalia and looking for airline waivers for re-booking, rescheduling trips to hard-hit areas, and checking with accommodations in affected areas for reopening and accepting guests.
JetBlue is suspending all flights to Cuba due to a decline in travel and regulatory restrictions, allowing the airline to focus on more favorable routes.
Travelers at New York City's airports faced despair as thunderstorms caused over 1,000 flight cancellations and delays, making it the busiest day for flight issues worldwide, adding to the ongoing problems caused by staff shortages and weather events.