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MetLife Stadium field, stands cleared as severe weather slams metro area
MetLife Stadium cleared its field and seating bowl on Thursday, less than two hours before the Giants-Commanders game, as severe weather hit the area. Players and coaches were sent to the locker room, while fans were directed to shelter in the concourse for their safety.
Heavy rain was forecast to continue for at least an hour, with possible lightning in East Rutherford. Temperatures were about 49 degrees, with strong, swirling Meadowlands winds, but the game remained scheduled to start at 8.15 pm. The Prime Video travelling studio was set up under a roof on the sideline.
In short
- MetLife Stadium cleared the field and stands ahead of severe weather.
- Heavy rain and possible lightning prompted the safety measure.
- The Giants-Commanders game remained scheduled for 8.15 pm.