Is the Daytona 500 still under a red flag?

– Racing got back underway in the 2021 Daytona 500 just after 9 p.m. after a 6-hour “red flag” rain delay. “The Great American Race” is currently under a “red flag” as a lightning strike was detected in the area followed by heavy rain. The red flag was called around 3:40 p.m. ET after only 15 laps.

Why is the Daytona 500 red flagged?

The crash came less than five minutes before the race was red-flagged for lightning from thunderstorms approaching Daytona International Speedway. With the incoming rain, it made a ton of sense for drivers to patiently race before the inevitable rain delay. After all, the Daytona 500 is 200 laps.

Why is NASCAR under red flag?

The red flag may be used to indicate a pre-determined pause in the race, such as in NASCAR’s Budweiser Shootout or the Sprint All Star Race. In these cases, the cars are directed to the pit area where some may be worked on to the extent the race rules allow.

Can you work on your car during a red flag in NASCAR?

Race teams are not permitted to repair or adjust cars during red flag conditions. In the event of a failure of the in-car radio, NASCAR will, at the team’s request, display the black flag to signal a driver to pit, one time only. The black flag with a white cross indicates that a driver is no longer being scored.

Why is the Daytona 500 under a red flag?

Typically, officials will try to get the race started before 10 p.m. on a rain delay. “The Great American Race” is currently under a “red flag” as a lightning strike was detected in the area followed by heavy rain. The red flag was called around 3:40 p.m. ET after only 15 laps.

When does the Daytona 500 race start again?

DAYTONA, Fla. – Racing got back underway in the 2021 Daytona 500 just after 9 p.m. after a 6-hour “red flag” rain delay. As of 8 p.m., FOX Sports reports there is a possible window to get the race in. The latest is NASCAR expects to begin racing again around 9 p.m. and said they have been making progress on drying the track.

What does a double red flag mean on a beach?

Double red flags means water is closed to the public. Red flag is high hazard meaning high surf and/or strong currents. Yellow flag is medium hazard meaning moderate surf and/or currents. Green flag is low hazard meaning calm conditions, exercise caution. Purple flag means dangerous marine life spotted.

What do the flags mean on the beach in Florida?

Red flag is high hazard meaning high surf and/or strong currents. Yellow flag is medium hazard meaning moderate surf and/or currents. Green flag is low hazard meaning calm conditions, exercise caution. Purple flag means dangerous marine life spotted. Absence of flags does not assure safe waters. Why does Florida need a uniform warning flag system?