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Airlines prepare for changes at Atlanta airport ahead of Hurricane Michael

While you're packing those bags make sure you pack some patience too.
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ATLANTA - Airlines are planning ahead for changes as Hurricane Michael closes in on the Gulf Coast.

So, while you’re packing those bags make sure you pack some patience too.

Atlanta-based Delta Airlines has canceled about 60 flights Wednesday and 10 flights are canceled Thursday.

Delta has already capped certain fares and issued a travel waiver for select airports along the coast including those in Georgia, Alabama and Florida. Several flights are already canceled, the airline reported Wednesday.

Southwest told 11Alive a few dozen flights are canceled and operations are halted in Pensacola and Panama City. The airline said it will continue to monitor conditions through the week. Southwest is also offering a travel waiver for customers traveling to and from airports in the Southwest.

Jet Blue said it is waiving change/cancel fees and differences in airfare for customers traveling through select cities in the projected path of Hurricane Michael. For the most up to date details on the operations and current fee waivers, customers should check the travel alert on jetblue.com.

Some airlines will allow you to change your flights for free while waiving fees for baggage and pets or even offering refunds. But, if you have a flight planned for one of the coastal areas it's important to check with your carrier for their specific policies because the offerings and dates will vary.

► Click below for the specific airlines' policies regarding Michael:

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