Thanksgiving Travel Alert: East Coast Winter Storm Brewing

Millions of Americans are gearing up for Thanksgiving travel, but a powerful winter storm threatens to disrupt plans across New York and the East Coast. Forecasters predict up to eight inches of snow in parts of the state, while others will experience heavy rain.

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Areas most affected:

• Central New York State (near Binghamton and the Catskills) could see up to eight inches of snow.
• Northeast Pennsylvania is also expected to experience heavy snowfall.
• Northern New Jersey, particularly near the Jennings Creek Fire, might get a dusting of snow.

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NYC Impact:

New York City itself is expected to receive mostly rain, which is considered beneficial, easing recent fire threats. While this rain is welcome, it won't fully resolve the ongoing drought; significantly more rainfall is needed.

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Travel Disruptions

While Thanksgiving travel peaks next week, early travelers might face delays. As of 1 p.m. on Thursday, Newark Liberty International Airport reported inbound flight delays of up to 45 minutes due to high winds. Check FlightAware for updates.

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Looking Ahead:

There's a possibility of another storm system developing by Thanksgiving, but the forecast remains uncertain at this time. A record 80 million people are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, making any weather disruption even more significant.