(Update: 12:15 p.m.): Gates were opened back up at Highmark Stadium after a brief delay.
Previous coverage:
Anyone near or around Highmark Stadium was asked to go inside prior to kickoff between the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts preseason opener.
It’s unclear if kickoff will be delayed, however, rain and thunderstorms have slowed down the warmups for the exhibition contest. Highmark Stadium flashed a notice on the venue’s big board asking fans and players to seek cover as a storm rolls through western New York:
WEATHER UPDATE:
Lightning will be over the stadium for the next 15-20 minutes. Please shelter in your cars if you’re in the parking lot. Gates are closed for safety until further notice. Stay tuned for updates.
— Highmark Stadium (@HighmarkStadm) August 12, 2023
Sights and scenes posted from Highmark Stadium shared to social media can be found below: