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Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport ground stop lifted after thunderstorm warnings

Travelers queue up to pass through the south security checkpoint in the main terminal of Denver International Airport Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) (David Zalubowski, Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

Severe thunderstorms have rolled through the Houston area, leading to significant disruptions at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) Tuesday afternoon.

As of 3:56 p.m. on Christmas Eve, all departures to IAH have been grounded, with the ground stop expected to last until 5:15 p.m. As of 5:45 p.m., IAH was no longer listed as a ground stop airport by the FAA.

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Jyesha Johnson, a Mississippi Delta girl who swapped small-town newsrooms for big-city screens at Houston’s KPRC 2, is all about telling stories—whether it’s on the web, social media, or over a good meal. When she’s not crafting content, you’ll find her outside soaking up nature or hunting down the best food spots.

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