NEWARK, NJ — Predictions of a winter storm in the New Jersey area slammed the brakes on more than 100 flights at Newark Liberty International Airport on Tuesday.
More than 100 flights at Newark Airport were cancelled due to the “anticipated weather conditions,” Port Authority officials stated at 7:30 a.m.
Travelers should continue to check with their carrier on their flight status. #NewarkAirport is experiencing rising delays this afternoon, with 150 reported, due to aircraft de-icing operations and sleet/freezing rain conditions. There are 176 cancellations. #EWR pic.twitter.com/Cefba0OlGs
— Newark Liberty Airport (@EWRairport) February 12, 2019
Several hours later, the cancellations had climbed to 176, officials reported.
“Travelers should confirm flight status with their airline as more disruptions may occur once the wintry mix (snow and sleet) move through the NY/NJ region,” officials said.
On Monday, Newark city officials reminded residents that Code Blue status – which is called when temperatures reach 25°F or lower without precipitation or 32°F or lower with precipitation – will continue throughout the predicted storm and “as needed” into the future.
Snow removal and de-icing crews are working hard to help keep #EWR flight delays to a minimum.
Please continue to follow our feed for updates and confirm flight status with your airline prior to arriving at #NewarkAirport. pic.twitter.com/YCC36xd5Ya
— Newark Liberty Airport (@EWRairport) February 12, 2019
⚠️EWR Activity Update⚠️
As of 7:30AM, more than 100 flights at #EWR have been cancelled due to anticipated weather conditions. Travelers should confirm flight status with their airline as more disruptions may occur once the wintry mix (snow & sleet) move through the NY/NJ region. pic.twitter.com/xO87d5kmoo— Newark Liberty Airport (@EWRairport) February 12, 2019