A powerful winter storm has caused chaos in the New York area, bringing heavy snowfall and significant disruptions to air traffic. Due to the weather conditions, LaGuardia Airport in Queens was forced to halt operations and temporarily close its doors, suspending both departing and arriving flights, according to American news portal Pix11, as reported by Rks News.
These developments come as a winter storm affecting large parts of the United States creates serious transportation issues, with thousands of flights canceled or delayed and dangerous travel conditions for passengers.
Authorities have issued warnings urging travelers to check the status of their flights before departure, as the weather and snowfall are impacting major regional airports, including John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport.
Local media report that heavy snow and harsh weather conditions have affected airports, making temporary service interruptions in several terminals necessary.
