US-Canada: Flight disruptions likely in the east August 7 (storms)

Event

Thunderstorms are forecast for parts of the eastern US and eastern Canada on Tuesday, August 7; this adverse weather could potentially continue into the coming days. As such, flight delays and cancelations are possible at airports in the region, including in New York City-Newark (JKF, LGA, EWR), Montréal (YUL), Ottawa (YOW), and Toronto (YTZ, YYZ). Disruptions are particularly likely in the afternoon and evening (local time). Other transportation disruptions, inducing hazardous driving conditions and rail disruptions, are also possible, along with power outages. 

Advice

Individuals in the above areas are advised to follow local weather reports and confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport.