An Air New Zealand flight to Houston has diverted to Los Angeles this morning following the closure of Houston airport due to Hurricane Harvey.
The return service, NZ29 (Houston to Auckland), that was scheduled to depart Houston at 10.15pm (local time) today has been cancelled.
Air New Zealand said it is monitoring the situation and will re-book customers on alternative services as options become available.
Rising floodwaters from the remnants of Hurricane Harvey have chased thousands of people to rooftops or higher ground in Houston, overwhelming rescuers who fielded countless desperate calls for help.
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