All articles tagged with #inclement weather
UW–Madison cancelled all Friday classes (lectures, labs, discussions) for Jan. 23 due to an Extreme Cold Warning with wind chills of -30 to -40 F. All other campus operations will continue; employees should report to work as scheduled. Parking permits will be waived in several campus lots and shuttle-served off-campus lots, and athletics events are expected to proceed.
Friday's Cubs-Cardinals game in St. Louis has been postponed due to inclement weather and will be made up as part of a doubleheader on July 13 at 7:15 p.m. (CT).
The start of Round 1 of the 88th Masters Tournament has been delayed due to inclement weather, with officials announcing that play will not begin before 9 a.m. EDT. Thunderstorms are forecasted for Thursday morning in Augusta, Georgia, with high winds expected to impact play once it begins.
The first round of the 88th Masters at Augusta National Golf Club has been delayed by 2½ hours due to inclement weather, with the first round now scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. ET. Heavy rain and thunderstorms, along with wind gusts of 40 to 45 mph, are forecasted, leading to a delayed start and a potential impact on the course. The final group of the day is now scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. ET, while mostly sunny and warm conditions are expected from Friday to Sunday.
The Atlanta Braves and the Chicago White Sox have postponed their Wednesday game due to inclement weather and rescheduled it for Thursday, June 27 at 4:10 p.m. ET, which was a mutual off day for both teams. The Braves will have Thursday off before their home opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, with Spencer Strider likely being pushed back to start on Friday.
Miami International Airport has grounded all departures due to wet and windy conditions, with a ground delay in effect until 4:59 p.m. because of thunderstorms and inclement weather. A disabled aircraft on the south runway and nearby lightning have caused delays, resulting in three departures and one arrival being canceled, along with 57 flights being delayed. Travelers are advised to contact their airlines for the latest flight information.
The Clemson vs. South Carolina baseball game scheduled for Friday has been postponed due to inclement weather, with no makeup date announced yet, while the Tigers' next game is set for Saturday at Segra Park in Columbia.
The series finale between Florida and St. John's has been canceled due to inclement weather conditions and will not be rescheduled. Florida's next action will be a home-and-home midweek series with North Florida, with the Gators traveling to Jacksonville on Tuesday and hosting UNF in Gainesville on Wednesday. Fans who purchased tickets for the canceled game will be provided a refund.
NASCAR has adjusted race times at Daytona International Speedway due to anticipated inclement weather, moving the ARCA Menards Series season opener to Friday evening at 10:30 p.m. The decision also affects the Fresh From Florida 250 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, which is now scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Fans with Saturday grandstand tickets or admission to the Hard Rock Bet Fanzone will have access to the double-header.
The final game of the series between No. 2 Tennessee and No. 19 Baylor has been canceled due to expected inclement weather in Waco, Texas. Tennessee won both games of the doubleheader on Friday night, and will now play at Kennesaw State before heading to the Shriners Children's Clearwater Classic in Florida.
Due to windy and snowy conditions, some school districts in San Diego County will be closed or have late starts on Thursday. The Mountain Empire Unified School District will be closed, while late starts are planned for other districts. The San Diego County Office of Education emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety of students and staff. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for mountain communities in the county until noon on Thursday.
NASCAR's historic Busch Light Clash at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum has been rescheduled from Sunday to Saturday due to an impending storm in Southern California. The doubleheader event will now take place on Saturday at 5 p.m., with limited fan services available and free admission. Ticketholders will be contacted about next steps, and pre-paid Sunday parking passes will be fully refunded. More information can be found at www.nascarclash.com and @nascarclash on social media.
The City of San Diego has announced multiple road closures and issued inclement weather advisories and an evacuation warning as a fast-moving Pacific storm brings heavy rain to the region, prompting officials to urge the public to take precautions and stay safe. The closures include various streets in different communities, and updates can be monitored online. Caltrans has also closed lanes at the eastbound State Route 78 due to flooding, and the county has announced the closure of Spring Valley-Quarry Road between State Route 125 to Lakeview Drive.
San Francisco 49ers' quarterback Brock Purdy struggled with his accuracy during the NFC divisional playoff win over the Green Bay Packers, attributing it to the weather and a glove on his throwing hand. Despite the challenges, he led a game-winning drive in the final moments, showcasing resilience and determination. Purdy's performance raises questions about the impact of rest, rust, and equipment choices, but ultimately, he delivered when it mattered most.
The House canceled votes due to inclement weather as wintry conditions hit Washington, D.C., shortening the chamber’s week as it races to avert a government shutdown by Friday’s deadline. The Senate is still set to hold votes late Tuesday afternoon, though there will likely be a number of absences, and the chamber is slated to hold the first procedural vote on legislation to avert a government shutdown. The change in schedule for the House comes as Winter Storm Heather leaves snow throughout the Northeast, making it difficult for lawmakers to fly back to Washington for votes.