23 Jan 2019 | 03:40 PM UTC
US: Detroit Airport reopened after weather-related closure January 23
Winter weather and icy conditions force temporary closure of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on January 23; airport reopens as of 10:00 (local time), with lingering disruptions expected over the coming hours
Event
Severe flight disruptions were reported at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on the morning (local time) of Wednesday, January 23, due to winter weather and icy conditions. According to airport officials, flight operations were temporarily halted overnight on January 22-23, with the airport reopening one runway at 10:00 on Wednesday. Further flight disruptions (including delays and cancelations) are to be anticipated at DTW in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals flying via DTW are advised to monitor local weather reports, expect lingering flight disruptions (including delays and cancelations), confirm flight reservations, and contact their airline for more information.
