The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has imposed and extended a ground stop at Newark Airport, New Jersey, through 10:15 p.m. on August 8, 2026, due to ongoing severe thunderstorms affecting the tri-state region.
According to FlightAware data as of 9:45 p.m. on August 8, 2026, there have been 930 flight cancellations at Newark, Kennedy, and LaGuardia airports combined. Additionally, more than 1,000 flights in the area are delayed amid the weather disruptions.
Status of Kennedy and LaGuardia Airports
Ground stops previously implemented at Kennedy and LaGuardia airports in New York have been lifted, though residual delays continue to affect operations at both airports.
Impact on Rail Services
The severe thunderstorms
have also caused suspensions of NJ Transit rail services, further compounding travel disruptions for passengers in the tri-state area.
