Mon Nov 25 11:20:00 UTC 2024: **Millions Face Thanksgiving Travel Delays as Storm System Threatens**
Atlanta, GA – With nearly 80 million Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving, according to AAA, The Weather Channel is warning of potential travel disruptions due to a significant weather system. The storm is expected to impact much of the country throughout the week, bringing a mix of rain, snow, and gusty winds.
Travelers should brace for difficult conditions on Monday and Tuesday, particularly in the Great Lakes, South, and East regions, where a cold front will bring rainfall and gusty winds. Snow is anticipated in the Upper Midwest. The West will also experience widespread rain and snow as a new storm develops.
Wednesday, the busiest travel day, poses the greatest risk for central and Rocky Mountain states, with potential snow impacting travel in Colorado and Utah, including Denver. Rain is predicted for the mid-Mississippi and Ohio Valleys, with a chance of wintry mix further north. However, the East and West Coasts are currently forecast to remain largely dry.
Thanksgiving Day itself presents a significant weather challenge for the eastern third of the country. The Southeast could see thunderstorms, while the Great Lakes region anticipates a wintry mix and slush. The Northeast and New England face a mixed bag of precipitation. While the I-95 corridor is predicted to experience primarily rain, the interior Northeast and northern New England may see snow and wintry mix. The central and western US should see relatively quiet Thanksgiving weather.
The forecast becomes less certain beyond Thanksgiving, but the systems affecting the East are expected to clear by Friday, easing the return travel. However, a significant cold snap will sweep across the central and eastern US as November ends and December begins.
The Weather Channel urges travelers to monitor weather forecasts closely for updates and check weather.com and the Weather Channel app for the latest information.
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