Why World Cup games could face long delays due to lightning strikes

Matches at the World Cup could face long weather delays if thunderstorms strike in close proximity to the stadiums in use.The tournament – co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico – is being held in the peak of storm season in parts of the countries, with strict rules in place for lightning in the US particularly.With Fifa adhering to rules set by local authorities during the tournament, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says that if any lightning st