Stormy Showdown: Syracuse vs. Clemson Game Hits a Pause

In Clemson, South Carolina, a football matchup between Syracuse and Clemson took an unexpected turn. The game, which was going smoothly, had to stop after halftime. Why? Because lightning was spotted nearby. This isn't just any lightning—it's the kind that makes officials say, "Wait, this isn't safe. " At around 2:09 p. m. , the first lightning strike was detected within eight miles of Memorial Stadium. This led to an immediate halt in the game. The plan was to restart at 3:45 p. m. , but that's only if no more lightning was detected. The Orange team was leading 24-14 at that point. But, if lightning strikes again within that eight-mile radius, the 30-minute countdown starts all over again. Fans inside the stadium saw lightning at 2:17 p. m. , 2:24 p. m. , and 2:33 p. m. At 2:19 p. m. , an alarm blared over the PA system, urging everyone to find shelter immediately. Most fans left the stadium, and players who had just started warming up for the second half turned around and headed back to their locker rooms. This delay has been going on for over an hour now. The question on everyone's mind is: When will the game restart? It's a waiting game, and the answer depends on the weather. So, for now, it's a stormy showdown on hold.