All the Texas Airports Set To Close As Polar Vortex Hits [Video]

Three airports in Texas are set to close on January 21 due to the extreme weather conditions that have swept through the state.

Houston Airports said in a press release that flights at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, William P. Hobby Airport and Ellington Airport will be suspended starting from 12 a.m. on Tuesday.

Newsweek has contacted the press office of Houston Airports for comment.

Why It Matters

Texas is a major hub for both domestic and international air traffic, with airports such as George Bush Intercontinental being key transportation centers. The closure of airports can lead to massive disruptions in air travel. Given the large volume of flights that pass through Texas, such closures can create a ripple effect across the entire U.S. airspace.

The temporary closure of the Texas airports could also disrupt business travel, tourism, and the transportation of goods, since cargo flights, carrying essential supplies, could also be delayed. The cumulative effect could …