Flight Disruptions Expected At NYC-Area Airports Due To Severe Weather
By David Luces
Published on March 16, 2026.
The New York City area may face potential delays and cancellations due to severe rain and thunderstorms on Monday evening. The most likely period of disruption is between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m., when heavier downpours, gusty winds and more organized thunderstorms may move through the region. The city's Flash Flood Emergency Plan has been activated. No delays are currently reported at John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Airport are experiencing departure delays.
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