Severe Storms Disrupt Air Travel Across New York City Region

Air travel across the New York City metropolitan area faced significant disruption on July 28, 2026, as a series of severe thunderstorms moved through the region. Major transit hubs, including John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), reported nearly 800 flight cancellations throughout the day.

The service interruptions coincide with a broader weather alert for the area. Forecasters have placed New York City under a flood watch, with projections suggesting that some parts of the region could receive upwards of five inches of rainfall. The combination of high-intensity storm cells and the potential for localized flooding has forced airlines to ground a substantial portion of their scheduled arrivals and departures.

Airport authorities and airline representatives have not provided a definitive timeline for when normal operations might resume, as the weather system continues to evolve. Passengers with travel plans are encouraged to monitor updates directly from their carriers, as conditions remain fluid and further schedule adjustments are possible depending on the severity of the incoming precipitation.