Whether it is sporting events, concerts, or festivals, outdoor
events are all impacted by the weather. When hazardous weather
approaches it can put the lives of hundreds of people in
jeopardy. Being prepared for hazardous weather at outdoor events
is essential. Large hail, damaging winds, lightning, flash
floods, and tornadoes are all weather hazards that kill hundreds
of people every year. To keep attendees, fans, athletes, and
employees as safe as possible, event organizers need to be
weather ready. What can you do to prepare? The brochure and
checklist (link on left) will help you develop a basic plan for
your outdoor venue. Be prepared to postpone your event and
shelter your spectators if hazardous weather threatens your
outdoor venue! At this point, it is critical to know what
locations can be used as a shelter, and how your spectators will
get there. Have a means to notify attendees should severe
weather threaten. Do not wait until the last minute; give plenty
of time for people to reach a safe destinat