SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah may not be blanketed in snow or grappling with widespread power outages, but the city is certainly feeling the effects of a winter storm sweeping across the nation. This inclement weather has led to a significant number of flight cancellations and delays at the Savannah-Hilton Head Airport, as airlines scramble to adjust their schedules in response to treacherous conditions.

As a precaution, airport officials are advising travelers to verify their flight status prior to arriving at the airport. Upon entering the terminal on Monday morning, passengers are immediately greeted by the flight information display board, which starkly shows the impact of the storm. Nearly half of the flights listed on the board are marked with cancellations, delays, and prolonged waiting times.

Although Savannah’s airport isn’t experiencing the same level of disruption as some major hubs, it is nonetheless affected by weather complications occurring far beyond the borders of coastal Georgia. This is largely because many flights from Savannah rely on connections through larger airports that are currently battling severe weather.

Data from FlightAware reveals that, as of Sunday evening, the Savannah airport had experienced nearly 70 flight cancellations over the preceding 24 hours. While this figure doesn’t surpass last year’s rare January snowstorm, it represents a considerable interruption driven by the widespread weather system.

Focusing on departures specifically, approximately 38 flights set to leave Savannah were cancelled—about a third of all outbound flights—with several others facing delays. On a national scale, the numbers are even more staggering, with around 12,000 flights cancelled and over 18,000 delayed on Sunday alone.

The biggest trouble spots are the major hub airports Savannah depends on, especially Atlanta and Charlotte.

At Atlanta’s airport, for flights scheduled to originate there, more than 600 flights were cancelled, making it the hardest-hit airport in the country. Aviation Analytics Firm Cirium says this storm is now the largest flight cancellation event since the pandemic, and recovery could take days.

Airport officials recommend checking directly with your airline before leaving for the airport and being prepared for any last-minute changes.