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Weather UpdatesIn the event of inclement weather, this page will be used to announce facility and program updates. There are no new updates at this time. Athletics & Field Closures: Please call the rainout number 407-971-5586. Aquatic Programs: Please call the rainout line at 407-971-5587.
Recreation and Parks Announces Its New The Thor Guard lightning prediction system utilizes a highly sophisticated sensor and computer to measure and analyze the electrostatic field in the atmosphere. Lightning originates in this field, thus allowing Thor Guard to make calculations predicting its occurrence, even though there may be no visible evidence of lightning. Thor Guard predicts the probability of a lightning hazard in an area up to 25 square miles. More importantly, it provides specific readings of the risks within the immediate area. Lightning "detection" systems require the occurrence of an actual lightning strike before a warning is given. Many times this is just too late. Many airlines, explosive companies, government agencies, and other industrial users are utilizing Thor Guard for this very reason. Thor Guard is the only stand alone lightning warning device used by most sections of the United States Golf Association, LPGA, and many local sections of the PGA of America. When the Thor Guard lighting prediction system sounds a warning, one 15-second blast of the horn signaling suspension of all activities. A strobe light will begin flashing and remain flashing until safe conditions return. You should immediately seek an appropriate, safe shelter. You may resume activities only after three 5-second blasts of the horn are sounded and the strobe light stops flashing. The Thor Guard lightning prediction system has been installed in (9) City parks:
The "go live" date for the Thor Guard system is Thursday, February 26, 2009.
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