Flights to Atlanta’s airport were temporarily halted this morning at Atlanta’s airport because of severe storms.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport tweeted from its official account that the Federal Aviation Administration has ordered a ground stop, which means that flights heading to Atlanta from other airports will be held until it is lifted.

​The airport’s website also warns, “Due to inclement weather, some flights have been delayed. Please check with your airline before arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.”

Heavy rain — accompanied by fog, thunder and lightning — was falling in Atlanta this morning.