Lina Hidalgo, Harris County's top official, expressed concerns about heat issues that she claims were initially disregarded. This concern is related to hospitalizations at the FIFA Fan Festival. Hidalgo also mentioned that she was denied access to NRG Stadium, a venue owned by the county, until two days before the World Cup began.

During the soccer tournament, the stadium is under FIFA's control. Further details about Hidalgo's concerns and the situation at NRG Stadium can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.