Sports Rain-Out/Inclement Weather Information
Wednesday, January 17 - all youth basketball practices are cancelled.
Rain-Out Line: 503-434-7368
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Lightning Policy-
We use the guidelines set by the National Federation of State High School Associations
When thunder is heard, or a cloud-to-ground lightning bolt is seen, the thunderstorm is close enough to strike your location with lightning. Suspend play and take shelter immediately.
Thirty-minute Rule-- Once play has been suspended, wait at least 30 minutes after the last thunder is heard or flash of lightning is witnessed prior to resuming play.
Any subsequent lightning or thunder after the beginning of the 30 minute count will reset the clock and another 30 minute count should begin.
Safe structure or location is defined as:
Any building normally occupied or frequently used by people, i.e. a building with plumbing and/or electrical wiring that acts to electrically ground the structure. Avoid using shower facilities for safe shelter and do not use the showers or plumbing facilities during a thunderstorm.
In the absence of a sturdy, frequently inhabited building, any vehicle with a hard metal roof (not a convertible or golf cart) and rolled-up windows can provide a measure of safety. A vehicle is certainly better than remaining outdoors. It is not the rubber tires that make a vehicle a safe shelter, but the hard metal roof which dissipates the lightning strike around the vehicle. DO NOT TOUCH THE SIDES OF THE VEHICLE!
Information on Yellow Jackets
Avoidance: The best way to prevent unpleasant encounters with social wasps, such as yellow jackets, is to avoid them. Avoid swatting and squashing yellow jackets because it is counterproductive. When a yellow jacket is squashed, a chemical (pheromone) is released that attracts and incites nearby yellow jackets. Minimize the use of products with perfumes such as sweet smelling shampoos, lotions or soaps, as yellow jackets are attracted to sweet smells. Yellow jackets that are foraging for food will usually not sting unless physically threatened, such as being struck or swatted.
Reduce Their Food Sources: In early fall, a yellow jacket’s food preference turns to sweets such as sugary drinks, ice cream, and fruit. Their behavior also turns more aggressive and they are more willing to sting. Since garbage is a prime foraging and hunting site for yellow jackets, garbage containers should have tight fitting lids and be regularly cleaned of food waste. Otherwise, the garbage (and the flies around it) becomes a food source for yellow jackets. Teams should limit or eliminate sugary snacks on or around the bench and field. Soda, sports drinks, and sweetened coffee drinks are especially attractive to yellow jackets.
Heat Policy-
We will monitor the heat index during the day to determine the safety of continuing games. We use the guidelines established by the Oregon Schools Activities Association in deciding whether games should be played. If the heat index reaches 100, we will cancel games.
Suggested precautions/actions during hot weather:
- Provide ample water and make sure players are consuming it. Water is better than any sugar-added drink. Ideally, players should be consuming water prior to their game as well as during the game.
- Put up a canopy/cover for the dugouts so players have some shade.
- Sunscreen (for players, coaches and spectators)
- Catchers should not play more than 2 consecutive innings.
- Provide ample water and make sure players are consuming it. (It's worth repeating)
