Winter Storm ‘Iona’ cancels flights and snarls cross-border travel across the United States
A powerful storm nicknamed ‘Iona’ caused at least 44 flight cancellations in Boston and widespread delays on 16-17 March, prompting major airlines to issue fee-free re-booking waivers. Power outages, road closures and CBP staffing reallocations added to travel headaches, highlighting the need for robust duty-of-care and document-expiry monitoring during severe weather events.
Mar 18, 2026
