The delays primarily affected air travelers at LaGuardia Airport and other major hubs, such as Chicago, where connecting flights were significantly impacted. Passengers reported delays of up to two hours, with some narrowly avoiding missed connections. Road travelers also faced heavy traffic as they headed to their destinations for the holiday weekend. The combination of adverse weather and increased travel volume heightened the risk of extended wait times and potential disruptions. However, the storms were not expected to cause widespread cancellations, and conditions were forecasted to improve by Friday.