FIFA Fan Festival Dallas halts entry, orders fans to shelter from storms
DALLAS - Lightning in the Dallas area prompted organizers of FIFA Fan Festival Dallas to temporarily halt entry Sunday afternoon and instruct attendees to take shelter as thunderstorms moved across North Texas.
FIFA Fan Festival Dallas weather delay
What we know:
FIFA Fan Festival organizers said entry into the venue was temporarily suspended because of lightning in the area. Officials instructed guests already inside the venue to take cover in the main stage viewing area or leave the festival and shelter in their personal vehicles.
Attendees should remain on standby for additional updates as weather conditions evolve.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Dallas-Fort Worth
Dig deeper:
The announcement came as severe thunderstorms developed across Dallas-Fort Worth. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect through 10 p.m. on Sunday for much of North Texas, with storms capable of producing hail, damaging wind gusts and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning.
Dallas Weather: Severe storms move across metroplex ahead of triple-digit heat
North Texas residents are bracing for a tumultuous week of weather, starting with storm risks Sunday before shifting into a sweltering, humid game day Monday and culminating in the region's first triple-digit heat wave of the season.
What's next:
Residents and visitors are to seek shelter immediately whenever thunder is heard, as lightning can strike well away from the heaviest rain.
Festival organizers have not said when normal operations or entry to the venue will resume.
The Source: Information in this article was provided by the official Facebook account of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas