HOUSTON – Travelers at Bush Intercontinental Airport may experience significant delays following damage to a fiber-optic line on Wednesday, according to Houston Airports.
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What we know:
In a release, airport officials said a construction contractor damaged the fiber-optic line.
Airport officials say flight delays and cancellations are possible throughout Tuesday evening.
Passengers arriving internationally may experience extended wait times clearing U.S. Customs. Passengers who have questions about their flights should contact their airlines, airport officials said.
Airport officials said crews are onsite making repairs. Houston Airports is coordinating with airlines and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to manage the impacts and assist departing and arriving passengers.
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What we don’t know:
Airport officials did not provide an estimated time on when the repairs may be completed.
If you are traveling out of Bush Intercontinental Airport, you should check with your airline to see if your flight is affected.
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