Storms Cause Ground Stops at Major U.S. Airports

Severe thunderstorms have caused ground stops and major flight disruptions at Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport, Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, several Washington, D.C. area airports (including Reagan National and BWI), and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Houston's IAH is under a ground stop until at least 3 p.m. Sunday, with average delays of one hour and the potential for further disruptions. Chicago’s O’Hare is holding all inbound flights until at least 8 p.m., with 45-minute average departure delays amid heavy rain, lightning, and a regional flood watch. Washington, D.C. airports face similar ground stops and a Flash Flood Watch until 2 a.m. Monday. Atlanta's airport is under a ground stop with departures held until at least 6:15 p.m. Travelers are advised to check with airlines and airport websites for the latest updates as the situation develops.