The Consulate General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Houston, USA, announced the suspension of work and the closure of its doors on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to the bad weather conditions in the region, in order to ensure the safety of visitors and employees alike.
The consulate explained via its official account on the social media platform “X”, that work will resume, God willing, tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, after the weather conditions stabilize and the field situation is assessed to ensure everyone’s safety.
Emergency numbers for Saudi citizens in Houston
As part of its ongoing commitment to providing support and assistance to Saudi citizens residing in Texas and neighboring states within its jurisdiction, the Consulate has established direct contact numbers for emergencies and critical situations. The Consulate urges citizens not to hesitate to call the following numbers when needed:
- 281-889-0570
- 281-917-8658
- 281-917-8305
Texas weather context and safety measures
This precautionary measure by the Saudi consulate comes at a time when Houston and the state of Texas are experiencing severe weather fluctuations. Geographically, this region is known to be prone to unstable weather during the winter and spring, ranging from severe thunderstorms and extreme cold to heavy rainfall that can lead to localized flooding. Closing government offices and diplomatic missions under such conditions is standard practice, in line with warnings issued by local US authorities, to ensure the safety of individuals while traveling.
The importance of communication and adherence to instructions
The Consulate General in Houston plays a vital and pivotal role in serving a wide segment of Saudi citizens, including students studying at American universities, patients receiving treatment at advanced medical centers in Houston, as well as tourists and residents. Therefore, maintaining continuous communication channels via emergency phone lines is a cornerstone of the operational strategy of Saudi diplomatic missions abroad, ensuring immediate assistance in the event of any unforeseen emergency.
The consulate urges all citizens present in the areas affected by the weather conditions to exercise caution and stay away from places where water accumulates or low-lying areas, to follow weather bulletins issued by the US National Weather Service, and to comply with the instructions of local authorities and public safety guidelines until the rain or storm ends safely.
