PHOENIX — A ground stop for some flights heading to Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport Friday morning has been allowed to expire, according to the FAA.
The ground stop was issued because of low visibility due to "fog," but it expired at 8:30 a.m.
The ABC15 weather team says dust and wildfire smoke from New Mexico are combining over the Valley to drastically reduce visibility.
"Air quality monitors around the Valley are showing a spike in PM-2.5 (smoke), so we’re likely seeing a combination of wildfire smoke and lingering dust in the air this morning that’s causing these hazy/low visibility conditions," Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo said.
Despite the ground stop ending, flights impacted will experience delays because of their departures being pushed back.
To check the status of flights coming into Phoenix, click here.
