Nearly 100 Flights Canceled at Pittsburgh International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport experienced a significant disruption on Sunday, with nearly 100 flights canceled due to a major winter storm impacting western Pennsylvania. As of Sunday morning, 84 flights were completely canceled, and four faced delays, according to FlightAware.
Flight Cancellations and Travel Disruptions
In addition to the cancellations at Pittsburgh, airlines across the United States faced extensive flight disruptions. More than 10,000 flights were canceled nationwide on the same day, marking the highest single-day cancellations since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
For travelers planning to fly from Pittsburgh, there were already 19 cancellations reported for Monday. The airport advised passengers to reach out to their airlines for the latest flight updates.
Winter Storm Forecast
The winter storm was expected to deliver substantial snowfall, with forecasts predicting between 10 to 16 inches in the Pittsburgh area. State agencies responded by implementing travel restrictions on many major roads throughout Pennsylvania.
Impact on Public Transit
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) also experienced delays across all its services. On Sunday morning, PRT announced that delays could reach up to 60 minutes due to hazardous road conditions and significant snow accumulation.
- Buses were unable to access certain areas affected by heavy snowfall.
- Travelers were urged to contact Customer Service at 412-442-2000 for bus stop information.
- Passengers could use TrueTime or other third-party apps for real-time trip tracking.
As conditions worsened throughout the day, PRT spokesman Adam Brandolph indicated that delays might further increase, affecting daily commutes and travel plans.
Travelers in the region should stay informed of changing conditions and check for updates regarding their flights and public transport services.
