A severe weather event disrupted Westchester County Airport, causing widespread travel disruptions with numerous flight cancellations and average delays of about an hour.

The system-wide impact includes heavy snowfall, tornadoes in some regions, and dense fog in the Hudson Valley, contributing to disrupted travel across multiple airports over the past 24 hours.

At Westchester County Airport, flights to destinations such as Miami, Chicago, and Washington were canceled or delayed, while arriving flights faced fewer cancellations in the morning, with dense fog and nationwide storms complicating departures.

Officials are monitoring conditions and coordinating with airline partners to manage disruptions safely, with the potential for continued delays and cancellations into Tuesday morning.

Some travelers reported flights diverted to other airports and luggage left on planes, sometimes forcing passengers to arrange alternative transport to retrieve belongings.

Airport officials urge passengers to verify flight status with their airline before heading to the airport and to stay updated as storms move through the area.

Travelers are advised to maintain contact with airlines for real-time updates and to anticipate delays or rerouting due to weather conditions.

A Wind Advisory is in effect with south winds 20–30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph, posing risks like downed tree limbs and possible power outages that could affect travel.

The disruption is worsened by a government shutdown that has left TSA workers short-staffed and unpaid, contributing to long security lines at major airports.

As of the morning of March 17, 2026, most flights between roughly 6:00 am and 8:00 am were canceled or rescheduled, with only one flight to Fort Lauderdale having boarded early.

Approximately 34 percent of flights were canceled and five arriving flights diverted due to hazardous conditions, according to county officials.

Five Westchester County Airport arrivals were diverted, with authorities coordinating closely with airlines to manage disruptions safely.