MEDFORD, Ore. – Rogue Valley International Medford Airport is working to return to full operational capacity after a significant snowstorm disrupted flights earlier this week. The storm, which struck on Monday, brought 6 to 7 inches of snow to the area, forcing airport crews to perform extensive snow removal across runways, taxiways, and other key areas.
Amber Judd, Airport Director, explained that safety remained the airport’s top priority, which led to the decision to halt all flights on Monday. “No planes took off or landed due to the accumulation of snow, which required immediate attention,” Judd said. “We understand the inconvenience, but the safety of passengers and staff is our primary concern.”
Crews worked tirelessly throughout Monday and into the night to clear the snow, focusing on ensuring all areas were safe for operations. Despite their best efforts, by Tuesday afternoon, only a few flights had taken off, although several were able to land as scheduled.
The weather remained a challenge on Tuesday, as fog delayed some incoming flights. “The fog made things tricky for a while,” Judd noted, “but planes were able to land after circling the area for a short period.”
While operations are slowly returning to normal, the airport is continuing its efforts to fully recover from the storm’s impact. “We’re doing our best to get back on track,” Judd said. “Our goal is to make the airport as safe as possible, and we’re working around the clock to make sure it’s ready for regular flight schedules.”
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates on flight schedules as delays may continue in the coming days.