Severe storms disrupt holiday travel in the US with thousands of flight delays and tornado damage

Severe weather across the U.S. on Saturday caused major disruptions for holiday travelers. Over 7,000 flights were delayed and more than 200 canceled, with significant delays reported at major airports in Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston. In the southeast, at least 10 tornadoes struck Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, resulting in one death and several injuries in Texas. Many homes and schools were damaged or destroyed. On the west coast, high winds and heavy rain are expected, with gusts reaching 150 mph in California's Tahoe Basin. Forecasters predict up to 3 feet of snow in Lake Tahoe and potential power outages due to damaging winds.