Office of Judge Lina Hidalgo

Scattered showers/storms associated with the outer bands of Tropical Storm Bertha are expected today. The region is under a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather, with potential impacts including damaging wind gusts, brief heavy downpours, frequent lightning. #houwx

Keeping fans safe during the world’s biggest sporting event takes more than great venues; it takes months of planning, coordination, and leadership. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo worked closely with public safety, emergency management, and public health agencies to strengthen preparations for the FIFA World Cup matches and Fan Festival. That work included: • Improving heat-safety protocols for large crowds • Partnering with Harris County Public Health and the Houston Health Department to launch an Ebola monitoring dashboard, providing timely and trusted public health information amid outbreaks abroad • Enhancing severe-weather monitoring and emergency communications • Coordinating with local, state, and federal partners to prepare for a wide range of potential incidents The result: Hundreds of thousands of fans were able to enjoy the World Cup festivities supported by coordinated emergency plans, strengthened safety protocols, and teams prepared to respond when needed. Great events don’t just happen; they’re planned. 🔗 See how we’re building a more resilient county: bit.ly/JudgeHidalgoKe… #WorldCup2026 #EmergencyManagement #HarrisCounty

With this heat, the best tip to follow is to stay inside! Going to the library, mall, or movies to help your family stay cool and avoid the heat. To find open cooling centers and location hours, visit bit.ly/4wg1TeJ #HeatSafety ☀️

Bertha is moving northwest with max sustained winds of 60 mph, with westward motion expected by Wednesday. No significant impacts expected for SE Texas. Isolated rainfall and gusty winds possible for coastal locations Thursday into Friday. #HOUwx #TXwx

Ready Harris Alert | Extreme Heat Conditions to Continue. Heat Advisory and Extreme Heat Warnings issued for Harris County. 🥵 Take precautions, stay hydrated 🥤, limit outdoor time ☀️, and click the link for more information: bit.ly/3Twx477

NEW from @NWSHouston | EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11:00AM to 8:00PM WEDNESDAY. 🚙Do not leave children and pets in unattended vehicles ⚠️Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. More: inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1314…

Around Harris County: The Office of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is dedicated to building relationships in the community. Here's a look at a few of the events CJO staff attended last week. Thank you to everyone who welcomed us and for the work you do to make Harris County stronger, more inclusive, and more connected. #HarrisCounty #CommunityEngagement #CommunityEvents #CommunityConnections

🚨 ReadyHarris Alert | Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf. Hurricane season is here, and staying informed is one of the best ways to stay prepared. 📱Sign up for hurricane season text alerts by texting GULF2026 to 888777. 🔗Read here: bit.ly/4gKCtkN

NEW from @NWSHouston | HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT for Harris County from 11:00AM to 8:00PM Tuesday. 🔥 🚙NEVER leave pets or kids in cars 🚫Stay out of the sun if possible More: inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1313…

Tropical Depression Two is expected to become a tropical storm today. The system should eventually turn west toward our region. Though land interaction and environmental factors may weaken it as it approaches SE Texas, it remains a system worth monitoring. #HOUwx #TXwx

Stay safe in the heat with these personal tips! ☀️ Stay hydrated, dress smart, avoid peak heat times, and protect your skin with sunscreen. Stay safe and beat the heat. 📞 Need local cooling resources? Call 211. ↳ Learn more about staying safe: bit.ly/ExtremeHeatand…

Latest details on Tropical Depression Two. It is currently stationary in the eastern Gulf, but is expected to drift slowly northwestward then westward by midweek. Uncertainty remains in the track/intensity, so continue to follow updates from us and @NHC_Atlantic. #TXwx #HOUwx

The final day of Harris County’s budget hearings are here! Watch live at the link below to stay informed about what’s happening in the county. facebook.com/watch/live/?re…

Please see the statement from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo after Gov. Abbott announced that the Texas Rangers will investigate the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

Please see the statement from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo in support of the Harris County District Attorney's announcement regarding U visas for the three witnesses to the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

Tune in at 10 a.m. today for day 3 of Harris County’s budget hearings to learn more about how these decisions impact you. facebook.com/share/v/19DHuE…

Please see the statement from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo

The latest edition of The County Connection is here! Catch up on what Judge Lina Hidalgo and Harris County have been working on throughout June and July, from World Cup highlights and community partnerships to county initiatives and resources that are making a difference for residents. Read the latest issue and stay connected with what's happening across Harris County. ow.ly/eqN050ZnPpx #HarrisCounty #CountyConnection #JudgeLinaHidalgo #HarrisCountyNews

Last Saturday, the Office of Judge Lina Hidalgo joined the French Consulate in Houston and the Alliance Française de Houston in celebrating Bastille Day 2026 and presented a proclamation recognizing the occasion. The event highlighted the strong cultural ties and longstanding friendship between France and Harris County. Thank you to our French partners for bringing the community together to celebrate French culture, history, and the international connections that enrich our region. 🇫🇷🌎 #BastilleDay2026 #HarrisCounty #InternationalRelations #AllianceFrançaise

NEW from @NWSHouston | A 🚩FLOOD WARNING🚩 has been issued for Harris County until 4:30 PM. ‼ NEVER drive around barricades ‼ TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN More: inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1310…