METRORail Service Restored, HOV Lanes Closed, Bus Service Delayed Due to Heavy Rainfall

Metro Transit Authority of Harris County sent this bulletin at 01/18/2017 09:02 AM CST
2016 media advisory

Release Date:       January 18, 2017

METRO Restores Service on All Rail Lines HOV Lanes Closed, Buses Detour Flooding  

Check METRO Alerts and ridemetro.org for regular updates. Please be aware of high water and avoid travel if not necessary.  

Service has been restored on ALL METRORail Lines but drivers and riders are encouraged to be mindful conditions can change and safety should be a priority.


Operations affected by this morning's extreme rainfall include:

  • ALL METRO HOV lanes remain closed
  • Bus service halted on these routes: 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 14, 25, 27, 29, 30, 40, 41, 44, 49, 54, 56, 60, 63, 82, 85,102, 161, 202, 209, 261, and 265.
  • Bus routes that use HOV Lanes are being rerouted. The affected bus lines are:
  • 108
  • 151
  • 152
  • 153
  • 204
  • 212
  • 244
  • 246
  • 249
  • 255
  • 256
  • 257
  • 259
  • 262
  • 269
  • 283