ORLANDO, Fla. — If you’re flying out for the holidays, be prepared for big crowds.
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Friday is expected to be the busiest day at Orlando International Airport before Christmas.
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Dozens of flights were canceled overnight, and others are delayed.
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Most of the issues are coming from a powerful arctic storm that is impacting airports and travel around the U.S.
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Airport leaders are advising passengers to check their flight status before heading to OIA.
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Channel 9 has a crew at the airport monitoring the issues and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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