A weather alert has been posted for Melbourne for possible storms and strong winds this afternoon between 2pm and 4pm.
The Committee will provide an update at around 2.00pm
Knox LAC does apply the LAVic extreme weather guideline. If there are storms and lightning during our competition this afternoon the following will apply from the guideline.
LIGHTNING
1) In Australia, approximately 25% of people killed by lightning are playing sport. When thunderstorms threaten, the relevant officials responsible for conducting and managing athletics events must assess the situation ensuring the safety of athletes, officials and spectators.
2) Generally speaking when an individual can see lightning and/or hear thunder he/she is already at risk.
3) Relevant officials responsible for conducting and managing athletics events must ensure that all athletes, officials and spectators where possible are inside a safe shelter during a thunderstorm. Lightning Facts
– All thunderstorms produce lightning and are dangerous
– Any time thunder is heard, the thunderstorm is close enough to pose an
immediate lightning threat to your location
When thunderstorms are in the area but not overhead, the lightning threat can still exist even if it is sunny overhead, not raining, or when clear sky is visible
The 30/30 rule lightning
– By the time the flash-to-bang count approaches 30 seconds – all individuals should already be inside a safe shelter.
– Wait at least 30 minutes after the last sound (thunder) or observation of lightning and ensure conditions are completely safe before leaving shelter to resume activities. Each time lightning is observed or thunder is heard the 30 minutes clock should be re-started.
