Storms pounded the U.S. East Coast on Wednesday.

More than 2,000 flights got scrapped.

Major airports like JFK and LaGuardia were suffered heavily.

Delays lasted for hours.

The National Weather Service warned people.

Tornado watches included several states.

Intense rain and wind blocked runways.

Forceful gusts stalled flights all over.

Airlines advised travelers to watch for changes.

A late-summer storm system exacerbated the situation.

By afternoon, airports cautiously reopened.

Passengers looked for the latest news on their travel plans.