Beyoncé's Jaw-Dropping Move: Rescues DC Metro With $100K After Show Delayed Due to Shelter in Place Order

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On Sunday, August 6, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced that Beyoncé had paid $100,000 to keep the Metro stations in Washington, D.C. open late for her fans attending her Renaissance Tour stop at FedExField. The decision was made due to the possibility of inclement weather causing delays to the concert's start time.

The statement further added that the Tour will finance the extra hour, amounting to a cost of $100,000. This funding will ensure the operation of additional trains, the availability of all 98 stations for customer exits, and cover other operational expenses.

Due to inclement weather, Beyoncé's Sunday performance at D.C.'s FedEx Field experienced a delay. As a result, fans sought shelter in the stadium's indoor areas or sought refuge elsewhere while waiting for the weather to improve. Local news outlet WJLA reported that several individuals required medical attention for heat exhaustion during the delay.

"Attention: A shelter-in-place order is currently in effect due to lightning in the area. We kindly request all fans outside the gates and in the parking lots to promptly return to their vehicles," announced the official FedEx Field social media account on Sunday. "For the safety of all, we urge fans already inside the stadium to seek shelter in covered concourse areas and ramps until further instructions are given. We appreciate your patience."

Approximately two hours later, the stadium's account informed fans that the shelter-in-place order had been rescinded, stating, "The area is now deemed safe. Fans may proceed to return to their seats."

Beyoncé, aged 41, did not directly mention her donation to Metro. However, she did share several photos from the rainy show on Instagram on August 7. One of the photos showed her tour's stage crew cleaning a platform before her performance.

The Renaissance Tour's two-night show in the U.S. capital city had many attendees, including Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, second gentlemen Douglas Emhoff. Harris, aged 58, expressed her gratitude to Beyoncé for a enjoyable date night on Instagram, accompanied by a picture of their concert outfits.

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For the night out, Harris sported a shimmering gold button-up shirt and white pants, while Emhoff, 58, donned a classy black suit.

Since its start in May, Beyoncé's tour has welcomed a multitude of renowned figures as special guests. This impressive lineup includes Madonna, Kylie Jenner, Pharrell Williams, Megan Thee Stallion, Salma Hayek, Paul McCartney, Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and many others.

Adding to this star-studded atmosphere, Beyoncé's eldest daughter, 11-year-old Blue Ivy, has delighted audiences with her onstage performances. Dancing alongside her mother during the song "My Power," Blue Ivy has captivated fans with her talent and presence. It is worth mentioning that Beyoncé and her husband, Jay-Z, also have twins named Rumi and Sir, who are currently six years old.

Blue Ivy’s little sister, Rumi, supported her from the stands during the tour’s May 26 stop in Paris by holding up a homemade sign which read, “We Love You, Blue,” per social media footage.