US: Thunderstorm knocks out power at LAX
A thunderstorm knocked out power across Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, delaying more than 100 flights. LAX spokeswoman Nancy Castles said back-up generators were started as the storm hit shortly after 6.00am (10.00pm Singapore time) and power was restored in all terminals within an hour. "Arriving flights to LAX have been slowed down and during the storm cell two flights (were) diverted to Ontario International Airport," she said. Among arrivals there were 64 delays and two cancellations by 1.00 pm, while departures were hit with 64 delays and four cancellations, Castles said. She said strong winds of 56 kilometre per hour were buffeting the airport but were not expected to further delay flights as they were coming from the west. "However, all airport tenants have been notified to secure all equipment for safety reasons," she added. "Passengers are advised to check with their airlines on flight status before coming to the airport."<br/>
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US: Thunderstorm knocks out power at LAX
A thunderstorm knocked out power across Los Angeles International Airport on Monday, delaying more than 100 flights. LAX spokeswoman Nancy Castles said back-up generators were started as the storm hit shortly after 6.00am (10.00pm Singapore time) and power was restored in all terminals within an hour. "Arriving flights to LAX have been slowed down and during the storm cell two flights (were) diverted to Ontario International Airport," she said. Among arrivals there were 64 delays and two cancellations by 1.00 pm, while departures were hit with 64 delays and four cancellations, Castles said. She said strong winds of 56 kilometre per hour were buffeting the airport but were not expected to further delay flights as they were coming from the west. "However, all airport tenants have been notified to secure all equipment for safety reasons," she added. "Passengers are advised to check with their airlines on flight status before coming to the airport."<br/>
