A hurricane recently struck southeast Texas, impacting the NRG Stadium, home of the Houston Texans. ABC13.com reported visible damage to the stadium roof, which now seems to have a hole. Stadium officials indicate they are waiting for a complete assessment before making an official report. Interestingly, this isn’t the first time a hurricane has affected the venue; sixteen years ago, a hurricane also damaged the roof, leading to a postponed game between the Texans and the Ravens.
The timing of this incident brings added concerns, as Houston’s first preseason home game is scheduled for August 17 against the Giants. The need for a quick yet thorough evaluation and potential repairs could influence the schedule. Fans and team members alike will be keeping a keen eye on the reports from the officials to see how it may affect upcoming games.
The storm that caused this damage made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane, with winds reaching 80 miles per hour. Such winds were strong enough to compromise the integrity of the stadium’s roof. The extent of the damage and its impact on future events at the stadium remain to be fully understood, pending the complete assessment from stadium officials. With the preseason game drawing closer, all eyes are on how effectively the situation will be managed.
