Tropical Storm Wreaks Havoc in Miami, Threatening England vs. Norway Match

A powerful tropical thunderstorm battered Miami the night before the World Cup quarter-final clash between England and Norway, raising concerns about a potential match postponement due to severe weather. After a day of sunshine, Miami was suddenly hit by an unexpected storm on Friday evening. The region has been experiencing extreme weather conditions in recent days, including heat advisories on Thursday and Friday, with temperatures soaring above 35 degrees Celsius. This has fueled worries about possible delays to the upcoming fixture.

Local hotels reported power outages due to the harsh conditions, with fallen trees and other significant damage. The current weather forecast for Miami predicts changeable conditions, alternating between sun and clouds, with localized afternoon thunderstorms possible, which could impact England's encounter with Norway. According to FIFA regulations, play must be suspended for 30 minutes if lightning strikes within an eight-mile (approximately 13-kilometer) radius of the stadium. This rule previously led to a one-hour delay in England's match against Mexico.