In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, a deadly Category 1 hurricane that pounded the Houston area on July 8, City of Houston employees working at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) have banded together to support their colleagues who were affected by the storm. The deadly hurricane, which caused widespread devastation across the region, has left many Houston Airports employees grappling with power outages and soaring temperatures one week later.

Recognizing the critical need for immediate relief, Houston Airports established ice distribution points at Bush and Hobby airports for Houston Airports employees. This initiative aims to support employees struggling to keep their homes cool and their families safe during this challenging recovery period. The Houston Airports Maintenance Division unloaded 8,000 pounds of ice by hand from 18-wheeler delivery trucks. 

The ice distribution points are part of a broader effort by Houston Airports to ensure that employees have access to the resources they need to navigate the aftermath of the hurricane. The response to this initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with employees expressing gratitude for the support and solidarity shown by their colleagues.

"I am truly inspired by the resilience and unity displayed by our team," said Austen McMillin, Emergency Management Coordinator at IAH for Houston Airports. "In times of crisis, it's heartwarming to see how we come together to support each other and ensure that no one is left behind."

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