United Airlines ‘closely monitoring’ tropical storm forecast for flights in and out of Houston airports this week

FILE - In this July 13, 2011 file photo, United Airlines planes sit on the tarmac at San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco. Thousands of United Airlines passengers around the globe were delayed for hours Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 after another massive computer outage hit the world’s largest carrier. This is at least the third major computer outage for the Chicago-based airline since June. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File) (Eric Risberg, ASSOCIATED PRESS)

HOUSTON – Unfavorable weather conditions may be the only thing stopping you from reaching your vacation destination this week.

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United Airlines told KPRC 2 that their employees will be closely monitoring the tropical storm forecast which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to parts of Houston, starting on Wednesday.

It is possible that with the stormy weather, some flights out of George Bush Intercontinental and Hobby Airport may be canceled or delayed.

Airport Operation Customer Service Manager Charlette Norfleet said the best way to stay informed is to download their app which will give you real-time updates on your flight status, agents on demand for rebooking or changing flights, or waivers in the event that your flight is altered.

Below is United Airlines’ full statement:

“Our operations team continues to monitor weather developments in Houston and adjust our schedule accordingly. We currently have waivers in place for customers traveling to, from or through IAH and other impacted cities. Customers may visit united.com to check their flight status and view the latest information. We encourage travelers to download our mobile app and use our Agent on Demand tool, which enables them to bypass the line to speak with agents and get assistance via text, FaceTime or phone call.”


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Moriah Ballard joined the KPRC 2 digital team in the fall of 2021. Prior to becoming a digital content producer in Southeast Texas and a Houstonian, Moriah was an award-winning radio host in her hometown of Lorain, Ohio, and previously worked as a producer/content creator in Cleveland. Her faith, family, and community are her top passions.

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