Houston-bound American Airlines flight diverted to Lake Charles, Louisiana

HOUSTON - An American Airlines flight traveling to Houston was diverted to Louisiana on Monday, officials said. 

According to a spokesperson from American Airlines, the flight landed in Lake Charles due to a possible mechanical issue and the weather in Houston. 

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The airline said the plane landed safely, and they were working to get passengers to Houston. 

No additional information was released by airline officials.