FIA downplays storm threat ahead of Miami GP
The FIA confirmed a contingency plan for the Miami GP if thunderstorms arrive, noting a 50% rain chance and 28 °C temperatures. Lightning would trigger a pause, red‑flag or start‑time shift, but officials expect the race to continue.
The FIA has a contingency plan for Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix if thunderstorms hit, aiming to keep the race on schedule despite a roughly 50 % rain chance. Temperatures should stay near 28 °C, and officials stress safety to avoid a full cancellation.
Why it matters:
Lightning in the US forces a pause for spectator safety, and a red‑flag stop is far less disruptive than cancelling the event. If rain arrives it would be the first wet‑weather running for the 2026 cars, could reshape the championship.
The details:
- The FIA monitors the forecast, using last year’s Miami thunderstorm plan as a template.
- US rules force a pause for any lightning, halt the medical helicopter and stop on‑track action.
- If needed, a red flag will be shown, start times can shift and sessions will resume after lightning.
What's next:
- Officials will watch radars all weekend and activate the plan at the first sign of lightning.
- A storm could delay the start by 15‑30 minutes and bring a red‑flag, but the FIA expects the race to go ahead as teams prep for wet conditions.
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