Major Weather Threatening NASCAR's Pocono Race Sunday
A major storm is threatening NASCAR's Cup Series race at the Pocono Raceway on Sunday, June 22.
The NASCAR Cup Series is in the Poconos this weekend. The Great American Getaway 400 is scheduled to take place on Sunday afternoon. The race will begin at 2 p.m. E.T.
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However, a major storm is currently threatening the race. Strong thunderstorms, featuring major winds and possible hail, are impacting much of the East Coast right now.
The forecast is not looking good.
"For those in Pocono, obviously there is a storm threat this morning. Looks like moving fast," longtime NASCAR insider Bob Pockrass shared on X, formerly known as Twitter.
As a reminder, here's what to do when severe weather hits:
Stay Weather Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about severe thunderstorm watches and warnings.
At Your House: Go to your secure location if you hear a severe thunderstorm warning. Damaging wind or large hail may be approaching. Take your pets with you if time allows.
At Your Workplace or School: Stay away from windows if you are in a severe thunderstorm warning and damaging wind or large hail is approaching. Do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums or auditoriums.
Outside: Go inside a sturdy building immediately if severe thunderstorms are approaching. Sheds and storage facilities are not safe. Taking shelter under a tree can be deadly. The tree may fall on you. Standing under a tree also put you at a greater risk of getting struck by lightning.
In a Vehicle: Being in a vehicle during severe thunderstorms is safer than being outside; however, drive to closest secure shelter if there is sufficient time.
A major storm is coming.Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.
Our thoughts are with everyone in the area bracing for the arrival of the heavy storm.
Stay safe.
Major Weather Threatening NASCAR's Pocono Race Sunday first appeared on The Spun on Jun 22, 2025
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
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