Thomas Cook Airlines says it plans to operate all flights to and from Orlando on Monday and Tuesday as it continues to monitor hurricane Dorian.
The hurricane is currently moving over the northern Bahamas, and is forecast to head northwards offshore along the Florida coastline on Monday night, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Update: Orlando flights grounded as Hurricane Dorian turns deadly [Tuesday August 3]
Orlando airport is monitoring the hurricane but is continuing to operate commercial flights.
Cook said it would review flights scheduled for Wednesday and later in the week as the hurricane develops.
The Bahamas is currently bearing the brunt of Dorian with winds of up to 180mph reported.
“As previously stated, this continues to be a very fluid situation,” Cook said. “Hurricane Dorian has proven to be an unpredictable storm.
“We will provide further updates as soon as possible.”
Agents and customers can check Cook’s flight tracker here for live updates.
Cook is offering free amendments or cancellations to bookings for all customers travelling up to and including Thursday September 5.
It said it was proactively contacting all customers in Florida and those due to travel in the coming days.
“As with all hurricanes, the local government has tried and tested procedures which are activated when a hurricane warning is issued,” Cook added.
“Our teams on the ground and our hotel partners are working with the authorities to keep our customers safe, comfortable and well-informed. 19 of our special assistance team members flew to Orlando on August 31 and are now helping our customers in Florida in preparation for the Hurricane.”
Visit Cook’s hurricane and advice website here
Update: Orlando flights grounded as Hurricane Dorian turns deadly [Tuesday August 3]