Houston
USA
Tropical Storm Alberto made landfall near Tampico, Mexico, in mid-June, pushing heavy rain, flash flooding, and coastal storm surge into South Texas. Expect flooded roads, possible ground stops, and flight delays at Houston airports (IAH/HOU). Do not drive through flooded roads, monitor the National Hurricane Center and local warnings, check flight status before the airport, and allow extra time.
Get Live Houston Travel Alerts Before & Throughout The World Cup
Get notified of updates
How safe did you feel here?
Your anonymous vote shapes the live score.
The score does not guarantee safety and is for informational purposes only. Always verify with official government sources.
A massive concrete island where environmental heat and car-related property crime are the dominant operational risks.
NRG Stadium
NRG Park / Astrodome area. Isolated by parking lots and highways.
Things to Know
- 1.Heat Index: Summer temperatures in Houston feel like 110°F (43°C). The 0.5-mile walk from MetroRail to the gate is a high-risk zone for dehydration.
- 2.Vehicle Break-ins: NRG parking lots are massive and difficult to patrol; 'smash-and-grab' theft is the #1 reported crime during major events.
- 3.Flash Flooding: Houston's drainage can fail during 'Summer Monsoons,' turning parking lots into lakes.
Top Scam to Avoid
Fake Merchandise: High volume of counterfeit 'official' jerseys sold in the lots that are often confiscated at the gate.
Getting There
METRORail Red Line: Take the rail to the 'NRG Park' stop; METRO is running 100% accessible shuttles for 2026.
Weather
Extreme heat and humidity. 94°F avg.
Nearest ER
Texas Medical Center (multiple world-class hospitals) - ~2 miles.
Get More Vital Info on Houston
Full safety briefing