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Release Date: July 10, 2024
Media Hot Line: 713.739.4040

METRO Offering Modified Service Thursday as Storm Recovery Continues

METRO will offer modified service Thursday as recovery efforts continue after Hurricane Beryl. We appreciate your patience as we work to safely resume service across the region.

Below are the latest adjustments.

Thursday, July 11

• Park & Ride: All service will remain suspended.
• Local Bus: Most routes will resume service, but allow for extra travel time due to delays and detours. View route-specific service alerts here to get the latest info for your trip.
• METRORail: Bus shuttles will continue to be offered on all three lines until train service is restored. View the latest status on rail service and bus shuttle info here.
• HOV/HOT Lanes: The I-45 (North Freeway) and Hwy. 290 (Northwest Freeway) HOV/HOT lanes will be open during normal operating hours. Some ramps may be closed due to storm damage.
  • The following lanes will remain closed:
    • I-45 (Gulf Freeway)
    • I-69 / U.S. Hwy. 59 North (Eastex Freeway)
    • I-69 / U.S. Hwy. 59 South (Southwest Freeway)
• METROLift and curb2curb: Offering normal service.
• Customer Service and RideStores: Operating during their normal hours.

As additional services are restored, please allow for extra travel time.

Stay Informed:

• Check METRO's Service Alerts: For the latest updates on service restoration, please visit RideMETRO.org/Alerts and sign up to receive service notifications here. You can also view alerts and track your ride in real-time using the ONE to Ride App.
• Contact Customer Service: If you have any questions or need assistance, please call or text METRO's Customer Service Call Center at 713-635-4000. Representatives will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Get Alerts on Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates.

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is the region’s largest public transit provider, offering safe, clean, reliable, accessible and friendly transportation services. METRO’s transit network includes local bus, METRORail, which includes the Red Line (Main Street and Northline), the Green Line (East End) and the Purple Line (Southeast), Park & Ride commuter buses, METROLift paratransit service, HOV/HOT Express Lanes, curb2curb microtransit service and METRO Star Vanpool. Road improvement projects are also part of METRO’s commitment to the Houston region. Learn more about METRO services at RideMETRO.org, where you will also find useful tools like the ONE to Ride app where you can plan your trip and even pay your fare from your phone.