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Lightning Halts High School Football Opener
22 Aug
Summary
- The highly anticipated football season opener was delayed.
- Lightning detection system alerted officials before kickoff.
- The game was between Jensen Beach and Vero Beach.
The much-awaited high school football season opener on the Treasure Coast was postponed due to inclement weather.
The scheduled 7 p.m. kickoff on Friday, August 21, 2026, between Jensen Beach and Vero Beach was halted.
This interruption occurred just ten minutes prior to the game's start at Billy Livings Field at the Citrus Bowl. The Thor Guard Lightning system, designed for early storm detection, sounded its horns, prompting an immediate delay.
The game was officially delayed because of lightning in the vicinity, ensuring player and spectator safety.
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