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Sinkhole Shuts Runway at LaGuardia Airport, Delaying Flights, Port Authority Warns
The Port Authority said travelers should expect delays and cancellations, with thunderstorms expected also expected to roll in Wednesday.
TL;DR
- A sinkhole was identified near Runway 4/22 at LaGuardia Airport.
- The runway was immediately shut down for repairs.
- Travelers should expect delays and cancellations.
- Thunderstorms are also forecast for Wednesday, further impacting flights.
- This adds to travel disruptions ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
- Southwest Airlines expects about 20 arrival delays.
- Delta Air Lines has issued a weather waiver for New York City-area flights.