Thanksgiving Day brought a storm to the East Coast, causing travel disruptions for those still on their way to holiday destinations. Heavy snow fell in the interior Northeast, with winter storm warnings in effect for parts of the region. In addition, power outages affected thousands of customers in Maine. Air travel was impacted by delays caused by a storm in the Rockies, but conditions improved by Thursday night.
Record numbers of people traveled by car for the holiday, leading to congested roads and highways. Despite challenging conditions, travelers like Angel Ruiz remained excited to visit family. Alerts for lake effect snow were issued for areas near lakes Ontario and Erie through Sunday, with hazardous travel conditions expected.
Siberian air moving south will bring frigid temperatures to many parts of the country, with daytime highs well below average. Snowfall and overnight wind chills are anticipated in the Midwest, while temperatures drop below freezing in the Gulf Coast. Despite the weather challenges, Sunday is expected to be particularly busy for travelers returning home.
Overall, the holiday period brought a mix of weather disruptions and travel challenges, from snowstorms to airport delays. Despite these obstacles, many remained grateful for the opportunity to spend time with loved ones, even if it meant enduring long hours on the road or in the air.
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