Historic Winter Storm Halts Over 1,200 Flights Across the U.S.

Severe snow and freezing conditions force airport closures in Houston and disrupt travel along the Gulf Coast.

• Over 1,200 flights within, into, or out of the U.S. were canceled on Wednesday, following more than 2,300 cancellations and 4,700 delays on Tuesday.
• Houston's George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby airports remain closed after suspending operations early Tuesday due to heavy snowfall and hazardous road conditions.
• Airlines including Southwest, United, American, and Delta have proactively canceled hundreds of flights, with Southwest alone canceling over 200 on Wednesday.
• The National Weather Service forecasts ongoing precipitation, including heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain, affecting areas from northern Florida to North Carolina's Outer Banks.
• Airport reopening timelines depend on weather conditions and snow removal efforts, with Houston airports aiming to resume operations later on Wednesday.

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