Severe Thanksgiving Day storm hits Northeast with rain and snow, causing travel delays

A Thanksgiving Day storm is causing travel woes for thousands of people on the East Coast as travelers already at their holiday destinations are spared from the bad weather. Winter storm warnings are in effect for much of the Northeast, with heavy snow and rain expected to continue overnight. Air travel was impacted by snowstorms in the Rockies, leading to delays and deicing of flights. Despite these challenges, a record number of people are expected to travel by car for the Thanksgiving holiday, leading to traffic congestion on highways. Cold temperatures and more snow are expected in the coming days, with hazardous travel conditions possible in areas downwind of lakes Ontario and Erie. Siberian air will bring frigid temperatures to parts of the country, with daytime highs well below average. The weather service is warning of overnight lows below freezing even into the Gulf Coast. Sunday is expected to be the busiest day for travel, with 3 million people expected to pass through TSA checkpoints. Overall, travelers are urged to be cautious and prepared for challenging conditions both on the road and in the air.

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