Mon Dec 30 13:00:00 UTC 2024: **Millions of Travelers Face Disruptions as Storms Slam US for New Year’s Eve**
NEW YORK, NY – Millions of Americans traveling for New Year’s Eve celebrations and returning home after the holidays face a stormy forecast, with severe weather expected across multiple regions. A series of atmospheric rivers will bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest through the weekend, causing potential travel delays at major airports like San Francisco and Seattle. The Southeast will see thunderstorms and potential flash flooding, while southern New England could experience freezing rain.
This unsettled weather pattern continues into Sunday, with lingering rain in the Pacific Northwest and Southeast. However, by Monday, the Pacific Northwest will see the intensity of the rain decrease, with the system moving east to bring snow to parts of Idaho and Colorado, and the Northern Plains. The storm system impacting the East Coast will begin to dissipate. Temperatures across much of the country will remain above average.
New Year’s Eve revelers in Times Square should be prepared for possible rain showers, with the potential for gusty winds following the celebrations. Travelers should anticipate strong winds and potential delays at major airports in Boston and Chicago due to another storm system moving into the Pacific Northwest on New Year’s Day.
The National Weather Service urges travelers to check local forecasts at weather.gov for the latest updates before heading out, and to follow local NOAA accounts on social media for real-time information.
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