Severe Weather ⚠ī¸

 

Lightning 🌩ī¸

Apply the 30-30 rule: if time between lightning & thunder is < 30 seconds, seek proper shelter and wait 30 minutes before leaving. Always seek to minimize the risk of being struck

Other Severe Weather 🌨ī¸ 🌀

For all other types of severe storms, such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and hail, obey local rules and heed warnings. Clear the field and seek proper shelter immediately

General Rule of Thumb

 

Seek proper shelter/Avoid Dangerous Locations

  • No place outside is safe near thunderstorms

  • The best shelter is a large, fully enclosed, substantially constructed building. A vehicle with a solid metal roof and metal sides is a reasonable second choice.

Recognize threat

  • Know and heed warning systems and community rules

  • Know and apply the rules or procedures established by the competition authority