This is a copy of a letter that was sent (via e-mail) from Little League International to all local Little Leagues. We thought it a good idea to share this letter with all our members/parents. Please do review the information given at the bottom of the letter. It is for the safety of all our kids.
Dear Little League Volunteer:
You may have heard about the tragic accident last night during a weather-related delay in a Spotsylvania County (Va.) Little League game. One child died as a result of a lightning strike, and another was injured.
We at Little League International extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Little Leaguer Chelal Matos. Our thoughts and prayers also are with the child who was injured, and with his family.
As you know, Little League International has provided extensive information to its member leagues on lightning safety, in conjunction with the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration. We are taking this opportunity to remind all parents and volunteers to review the information linked below.
http://www.littleleague.org/Learn_More/programs/asap/lightning.htm
http://www.littleleague.org/Assets/newsletters/ASAP/May-June+2008+ASAP+Newsletter.pdf
http://www.littleleague.org/Assets/forms_pubs/asap_signs/See+It+Flee+It.pdf
http://www.littleleague.org/Assets/newsletters/ASAP/March+2009+ASAP+Newsletter.pdf
Sincerely,
Stephen D. Keener
President and Chief Executive Officer
Little League International
P.O. Box 3485
539 US Route 15 Hwy
Williamsport, PA 17701-0485
Phone: 570-326-1921
Fax: 570-326-1074