Travelers in Southwest Florida are feeling the effects of a winter storm that just won’t quit. With the powerful storm now heading out, the aftermath left at Punta Gorda Airport looked more like a scene from a disaster movie than a sunny getaway hub. FlightAware reported 20 delays and six cancellations at Punta Gorda alone, while Southwest Florida International Airport took it a step further with 95 delays and 58 canceled flights. Talk about a travel nightmare!
The combination of frigid temperatures, ice, and snow in the Midwest and Northeast caused major disruptions as flights struggled to get back on schedule. Amy Benner, hoping to head to Pennsylvania, found her flight delayed just after her arrival at the airport. “It’s like eight degrees and we have like 12 inches of snow on the ground,” she lamented, perfectly capturing the winter vibes that were causing such issues…