HOUSTON – Continental Airlines added larger aircraft and additional flights into and out of New Orleans to assist with evacuation efforts on Saturday. 

They said the extra capacity will provide space for more than 1,200 additional customers through Sunday. The airline has also transported employees into the region to provide additional staffing.

Weather conditions may force some delays and cancellations of flights to selected Gulf Coast cities through next week.

Continental recommends that customers check their website before going to the airport.