Memphis International Airport has temporarily halted all departing flights because of heavy winter weather. Snow removal teams are actively clearing critical areas such as ramps, runways, and service roads, but regular airport operations have not yet resumed, according to Action News 5.
The ongoing storm has resulted in the closure of TSA checkpoints at Memphis International Airport, and officials have temporarily closed all concessions while keeping exit lanes open, WREG reports. Yesterday, online flight tracking indicated that most flights were canceled, with a few exceptions, including two FedEx flights and an inbound passenger flight from Paris.
Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information, as some are offering waivers or the option to rebook flights without additional fees, as reported by FOX13 Memphis. The airport also recommends that travelers confirm updates with their airlines and consider using online check-in options.
Snow removal teams continue working around the clock, but disruptions at Memphis International Airport are expected to persist through Sunday. The next outbound flight is scheduled for 11:35 a.m. the following day, with TSA checkpoints and concessions expected to open two hours prior, depending on weather conditions and airline schedule confirmations, WREG says. The storm is part of a larger weather system that has caused more than 8,000 flight cancellations across the U.S., affecting millions of travelers under winter storm warnings this weekend.
