Case Study: Outdoor Concert Venue achieves 21-minute lightning lead time and safe evacuation with AccuWeather For Business

Concert Venue Receives 21 Minute Lead Time of Lightning Strike

Outdoor Concert Venue in Charlotte, NC faced threatening weather during a large outdoor show and relied on AccuWeather For Business for real‑time meteorological monitoring and customized warning messages. The venue needed timely, venue‑specific alerts to evacuate a difficult site and protect hundreds of patrons and staff.

AccuWeather For Business meteorologists issued the first warning at 8:25 PM and provided 21 minutes of advance notice before the first lightning strike at 8:46 PM, allowing the Outdoor Concert Venue to evacuate attendees safely with no injuries; the National Weather Service advisory arrived one minute after the strike. Thanks to AccuWeather For Business’ guidance, the venue secured equipment, completed a 40‑minute pause, and was able to restart the concert, minimizing disruption while protecting people and assets.