In a travel advisory, the Tata-owned airline said heavy snowfall and harsh weather conditions predicted for Sunday and Monday across New York, New Jersey and adjoining areas could significantly disrupt flight operations.
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“A severe winter storm with heavy snow is forecast for New York, New Jersey and adjoining areas in the US East Coast on 22 and 23 February which is likely to have a significant impact on flight operations. In view of the safety, well-being and convenience of our passengers and crew, all Air India flights to and from New York and Newark have been cancelled on 23 February,” the advisory read.
The carrier further informed that dedicated teams would extend assistance to passengers booked to travel on the affected date.
Passengers have been asked to contact Air India’s 24×7 call centres at +91 1169329333 and +91 1169329999 for assistance. While the advisory did not detail rebooking or refund policies, the airline urged travellers to stay updated through official channels.
“For more information related to this please connect with our 24×7 Call Centre at +91 1169329333, +91 1169329999. You are also requested to check our website http://airindia.com,” AI said.
Blizzard warnings, travel chaos likely
The cancellations come as US authorities escalate warnings over a rapidly intensifying storm that is now forecast to dump between 1 and 2 feet (30–61 cm) of snow across large parts of the northeastern United States
The National Weather Service has issued blizzard warnings for New York City, Long Island, Boston and coastal communities across New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Flooding is also possible in parts of New York and New Jersey.
Forecasters say the storm could begin as rain in some areas before turning into heavy snow, with the heaviest accumulation expected overnight Sunday.
Officials have warned that travel could become “dangerous, if not impossible,” with the potential for downed tree limbs and power outages due to snow load and strong winds.
The storm is projected to reach areas around Washington on Sunday morning, then push toward Philadelphia and New York City before advancing to Boston by evening.
(With AP inputs)
