The operator of the Las Americas International Airport, Aerodom has announced more flights to the United States have been suspended due to the passing of Hurricane Dorian. Hundreds of passengers are stranded at the Las Americas airport due to the suspension of flights by several airlines including American Airlines and Jet Blue. There are large queues as passengers look to reschedule their flights. Airlines recommend that people check online or by phone before traveling to the airport.
Hurricane Dorian caused catastrophic damage in the northern islands of The Bahamas. It is now moving northward alongside the coastline of Florida, with Hurricane Category 2 strength. The storm has decreased in strength, but is now larger, with storm winds reaching out more than 175 miles from the center.
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El Dia
4 September 2019