Brutal winter weather has caused widespread travel disruptions, stranding thousands of passengers at airports across the country, including Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Brutal winter weather has caused widespread travel disruptions, stranding thousands of passengers at airports across the country, including Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Thousands of flights were delayed or canceled Monday as a major winter storm swept much of the U.S. The big picture: As a sprawling and intense storm traverses the country, it has brought snow and frigid temperatures,