Weather Policy

Lightning / Thunder Guidelines

Youth sports lightning protocols mandate immediate cessation of play upon hearing thunder or seeing lightning. All participants and spectators must move to safe, fully enclosed buildings or hard-topped metal vehicles. A 30-minute waiting period must be observed after the last flash or thunder, resetting with each new occurrence. 

• When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors: Immediately evacuate open fields and dugouts to a safe structure.
• 30-Minute Rule: Wait at least 30 minutes after the last flash of lightning or sound of thunder before returning to the field.
• Reset Rule: The 30-minute timer restarts if any new thunder/lightning occurs.
• Safe Shelters: Fully enclosed buildings with wiring and plumbing, or fully enclosed metal-topped vehicles with windows rolled up.
• Unsafe Areas: Dugouts, rain shelters, trees, open garages, and bleachers.
• Monitoring: Designated personnel will be umpires and coaches.