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HOUSTON — A massive winter storm is disrupting air travel across the country, bringing freezing temperatures, snow, and ice to millions in the South, Midwest, East Coast, and North.
Houston has been hit hard, with hundreds of flight delays and cancellations, most at Bush Intercontinental Airport. On Sunday alone, the airport reported around 500 cancellations, raising concerns about potential impacts on Monday travel.
“At first I got a text saying our flight was delayed about 30 minutes, then an hour later it said an hour and some change,” said John Williams, describing the shifting schedules.
“Our flight was delayed probably about an hour and a half,” added Resa Campbell, who was traveling with her husband, Malik Campbell.
They said they were willing to wait to reach Atlanta. “She has a business called Millionaire Face, where she teaches classes for eyebrows and beauty,” Malik said. “If it wasn’t for that, we probably wouldn’t be going.”
Airlines have taken precautions, with some planes being de-iced before takeoff. But treatments couldn’t prevent all disruptions. Hobby Airport saw nearly 100 cancellations, while Bush experienced almost 500, including Janet Hastings’ flight.
“We were told right on the tarmac that our flight was canceled and sent back to the gate,” Hastings said. “We weren’t given any other information beyond that it was canceled. Obviously, we know the weather is a factor.”
Hastings said the airline rebooked her flight, but she advised travelers to have a backup plan. “We don’t know if we’ll make it out tomorrow because of the weather,” she said.
The best way for travelers to check delays or cancellations is directly through their airline, officials said.
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