Emergency Operations Centers activated ahead of freezing conditions

Jan 24, 2026

Houston Airports winter weather operations update (Saturday, January 24)

Deicing operations are underway at IAH and HOU as travelers urged to monitor conditions.

HOUSTON — Houston Airports continues winter weather preparations as conditions evolve across the region, with deicing operations underway at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

Bush and Hobby airports remain open and operational.

All Houston Airports Tier 1 employees have been activated, and Emergency Operations Centers at IAH and HOU were activated at 7 p.m. Representatives from TSA, the Houston Police Department, the Houston Fire Department and partner airlines are supporting coordinated, real-time response efforts. The USO at IAH will remain open overnight to support active-duty military members in transit.

At IAH:

• Deicing pre-treatment began at 11 a.m.
• Roadway overpasses and bridges are treated every 90 minutes
• Airport roads and the airfield are treated every three hours

At HOU:

• Pre-treatment operations began at 7 p.m.
• Crews will inspect airfield pavement overnight and continue treatment as needed.

Parking facilities at both airports are being routinely treated.

ADVICE FOR PASSENGERS:

1. Monitor weather conditions closely before traveling
2. Stay in direct communication with your airline for flight updates
3. Plan ahead for your commute, as road conditions may deteriorate
4. Check weather conditions at destinations and connecting cities

METRO is adjusting operations as conditions worsen. Passengers should plan accordingly, as public transportation options may be limited.

Flight delays and cancellations can be tracked at Fly2Houston.com, where passengers can also find airline travel waivers, flight status links and frequently asked questions.

Houston Airports reminds travelers that the airports are not shelters and passengers should coordinate directly with their airline if travel plans change.