The Maryland Terrapins football game was temporarily suspended and Byrd Stadium evacuated Saturday over weather concerns.
Around 1:30 p.m., the Terps announced on Twitter that lightning was within 10 miles of the stadium.
WEATHER ADVISORY - Lightning is within 10 miles of Byrd Stadium. The game has been suspended until weather poses no further danger.
— Terps Gameday (@TerpsGameday) September 12, 2015
We ask fans to please evacuate the stadium until continuation of play is authorized.
— Terps Gameday (@TerpsGameday) September 12, 2015
The stadium was evacuated and game play suspended until the weather cleared.
The stadium was reopened to fans around 2:30 p.m.
Fans can re-enter Capital One Field at Byrd Stadium at 2:30pm. #FearTheTurtle
— Terps Gameday (@TerpsGameday) September 12, 2015
