Snow Storm Affects 60% of US Population
It’s all hands on deck to ensure our customers are cared for during the holiday travel season, including when severe weather hits. Critical to our preparations was sizing the airline for the resources we have available and operating conditions we face, as well as being able to react quickly to get our customers on their way once the weather clears,” said American in a press release.
“We are seeing a lot of strength for the holidays or approaching the Thanksgiving time period, and our bookings are incredibly strong. However, the bookings are a little bit different this year, and they’re more spread out across multiple days than they were on any single day,” said United Airlines chief commercial officer Andrew Nocella months ago.
“We see airfare to those top destinations, the ones with the highest demand at the holidays, are much higher than they typically are at this time of year. And they’re only going to increase from here,” Hopper lead economist Hayley Berg explained.
Emergency Operations Hindered by Storm
The storm, which brought with it high winds and heavy snow, caused devastation in numerous places, including Buffalo. In addition, the storm delayed rescue operations and emergency response efforts, according to New York Governor. Kathy Hochul.
The snow clogged the roadways, making it impossible for fire engines and other government utility vehicles to reach their destinations. In addition, the snowfall and gusts make it challenging for cars to navigate the roadways. Buffalo has 43 inches (109 cm) of snow as of Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
In addition to some electricity lines being out due to the storm, homes were forced to fend for themselves without assistance from crucial organizations, who are likewise powerless in the face of blocked roadways........Read More
Source:- US Insider
