Open Air music festival canceled due to severe weather

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- The remainder of the Open Air music festival at NRG Park has been canceled, event organizers announced on Sunday afternoon.

Citing lightning storms that are expected to linger in the area for the rest of the day, festival organizers asked attendees to return to their vehicles and exit the venue immediately.

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Open Air music festival canceled due to severe weather.

Information about ticket refunds will be available on the festival's website and social media accounts on Wednesday morning.

The complete cancellation follows several weather-related evacuations throughout the weekend.

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