Thunderstorms prompt ground stop at Houston's William P. Hobby Airport

HOUSTON, Texas - A ground stop has been issued for departures to Houston's William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) due to severe thunderstorms in the area. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that the ground stop is in effect from 3:13 PM CST to 4:30 PM CST on December 26.

The grounding affects flights departing from several air traffic control centers, including ZTL (Atlanta), ZHU (Houston), ZJX (Jacksonville), ZFW (Fort Worth), ZMA (Miami), ZME (Memphis), and ZAB (Albuquerque).

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The probability of the ground stop being extended is considered medium, with a 30-60% chance of continuation beyond the initial timeframe. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates on flight schedules and potential delays.

The FAA is closely monitoring the weather conditions and will provide updates as necessary. Passengers are encouraged to stay informed and plan accordingly as the situation develops.