Severe storms threaten holiday travel across the US this weekend
Severe storms are expected to disrupt travel across the U.S. this weekend, coinciding with one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, and damaging winds are forecasted from Louisiana to Alabama, while the West faces heavy rain and mountain snow. Flight cancellations have already begun, with nearly 800 flights canceled on Thursday and over 50 on Friday. The Storm Prediction Center has issued warnings for severe weather, particularly on Saturday, affecting areas from north-central Louisiana to west-central Alabama. In the West, strong winds and heavy precipitation are causing hazardous travel conditions. High wind alerts are in effect, with gusts expected to exceed 60 mph. Rainfall and snowfall totals could lead to flooding and mudslides in some regions.