Week 4 NFL Games Affected by Hurricane Helene – Is Your Team Ready?
States of emergency have been declared across Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, and Virginia due to Hurricane Helene. Here’s how it may affect this weekend’s games:
Eagles vs. Buccaneers @ Raymond James Stadium
Despite the hurricane, the game is expected to proceed as scheduled, with kickoff at 1 p.m. Sunday. Expect possible showers, but no postponements have been indicated. Airlines are offering free rebooking for travel to Tampa and other impacted cities.
Saints vs. Falcons @ Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The game will likely go on as planned, though travel may be affected due to the hurricane’s aftermath in Florida.
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Carolina Panthers 🏈 @ Bank of America Stadium
⛈️ Storm Alert! ⚠️ Heavy rain is flooding western North Carolina, and it’s getting worse. 🌧️ Travel might be tricky. 🚗
⚡️ Lightning Safety ⚡️ The NFL wants you to be ready for sudden storms in Charlotte. If lightning strikes within 8 miles of the stadium, everyone has to go inside. 🏠
What to do if there’s lightning:
- Outside: Find cover ASAP! 🚗🅿️🏠
- Inside: We’ll evacuate the stadium and guide you to a safe spot. 🏟️
Game Delays? If the storm lasts too long, the Panthers will decide when to start the game. We’ll keep you updated via email, the Panthers app, and Twitter. 📧📱🐦