Travel Chaos Hits Major Airlines Across Canada
Significant travel disruptions have impacted major airlines including PAL, Air Canada, WestJet, United, Delta, and Caribbean Airlines. A total of 154 flights have been delayed and 20 canceled across key Canadian airports in Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary, affecting both domestic and international routes.
Widespread Flight Delays and Cancellations
Thousands of passengers are stranded as travel operations slow down due to multiple flight delays and cancellations. The situation is expected to deteriorate further as Canada prepares for a severe weather event.
Weather Bomb Threatens Newfoundland Region
Canada is bracing for a rapidly intensifying November storm hitting the Maritimes on Monday night. The system is forecasted to bring heavy rain and winds reaching 60-80 km/h.
- By Tuesday morning, the storm will impact Newfoundland and undergo bombogenesis — rapidly deepening and intensifying into a so-called “weather bomb.”
- This will cause heavy snow and high winds particularly in eastern Newfoundland, including locations such as St. John’s.
- The meteorological event may cause further significant travel delays beyond the initially affected airports.
Airport Advisories and Passenger Recommendations
Airports strongly urge travelers to stay updated on their flight statuses. Passengers are advised to remain patient and flexible as airlines work to manage ongoing disruptions caused by weather challenges.
“The impact of this weather event is expected to ripple across Canada, with effects felt far beyond the immediate areas affected.”
Summary
The upcoming severe storm is causing travel chaos across Canada, disrupting hundreds of flights and stranding thousands, with conditions forecasted to worsen particularly in Newfoundland.