The following outdoor spaces have a Lightning Detection System:
- WEST CAMPUS - Munn field, the track and Ralph Young field, the baseball and softball fields, the soccer field and the tennis courts
- EAST CAMPUS - IM East fields, Vet Med fields, the Fee Hall tennis courts, and hopefully you can hear it on Spartan Greens, too.
Here’s how it works:
- One 15 second blast of the horn means lightning is imminent. Stop all activity and seek shelter. Practices/games may resume only after three 5 second blasts of the horn have sounded.
- REPEAT: Once you’ve heard three 5 second blasts on the horn, you can then resume outside activity. If you do not hear three 5 second blasts on the horn, you cannot resume playing/practice, as lightning is still a threat.
MSU Sailing Center (off campus): Our Sailing Center has its own unique system of lightning detection. When at the site, please abide by the rules set forth by the Sailing Center (Rec Sports) Management.
We recommend using an app called WeatherBug. There is a free version that gives updated information on lightning in your area.