West Virginia-Kansas Weather Updates: Weather Delay Called After Lightning at Big 12 Showdown

Game Paused After Lightning Strike

The West Virginia-Kansas Big 12 showdown was delayed on Saturday due to lightning near David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas, according to the official Kansas football Twitter account. The game was halted in the first quarter with 4:03 remaining and West Virginia leading 14-10.

Weather Delay Information

The exact time of the restart is unknown, but the stadium is currently being cleared and fans are being asked to seek shelter. The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Douglas County, Kansas, until 9:15 p.m. CDT.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.