Air Conditioning Fails at Houston-IAH Airport as Temperatures Rise to 100 Degrees

Air Conditioning Fails at Houston-IAH Airport as Temperatures Rise to 100 Degrees

BY LUCA JOE AZIM Published on June 14, 2023 0 COMMENTS

On Monday, passengers flying through Bush International Airport in Houston noticed a significant difference in the temperature due to an issue with the airport's air conditioning system.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Peter Cuthbert

 

It was announced that an electrical trip caused this major issue which outed two units of the airport's temperature regulation system. Passengers had to endure uncomfortable conditions as two of the airport's six air conditioning units went off throughout the day.

 

Overnight, airport staff ordered air coolers and fans to try to reduce temperature issues to keep passengers comfortable. However, some were still affected by the excessive heat within the terminals.

 

 

It is worth noting that the Houston area will be experiencing record-high temperatures in the high 90s, with a heat index temperature of 106 degrees Fahrenheit expected near the end of the week. United Airlines has said that it is playing its part in keeping people cool by installing temporary chillers.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Daniel Mena

 

In a statement on Monday, the airport acknowledged the issue and stated that it was working hard to resolve it as soon as possible. It went on to thank its passengers and reassured people that the airport was still open with minor temperature changes. The general response has been mostly positive, praising the airport for its swift response to the issue and for keeping passengers updated on social media about the issue and its hopeful resolution.

 

It is not yet known how long the air conditioning will be out of action, but what is known is that temperatures will start to reduce to the mid-80s at the beginning of next week, which should allow passengers and staff a more comfortable and safe working environment without the issue of extreme heat to contend with.

 

Photo: AeroXplorer | Peter Cuthbert

 

It is vital that people are safe, and Houston Airport acknowledged that it will continue to keep passengers updated on the situation.

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Luca Joe Azim
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