As members are aware we are prone to storms at this time of year, often occurring with lightning/thunder. The Proshop have a system in place where they are regularly monitoring the weather radar during inclement weather to ensure your safety on course, and to be able to give you adequate warning to leave your game and return to the Clubhouse. This radar, while being the most up to date radar available, only updates every 10 minutes so there can be a delay. If you are on course and you see lightning, please use your own discretion, and leave the course immediately.
We stress to members that if you are on course and you are concerned about lightning, you do not need to wait for the siren to stop your game, leave the course and proceed to the Clubhouse or a safe place.
We understand members may feel frustrated in the event of a storm and what you feel is adequate storm warning however we remind members that under no circumstance is it ok to abuse staff members. All staff members are doing the best they can with the information they have at the time so please be kind, courteous and patient.
Storm Warning Procedure
- You do not have to wait for the siren. If you feel unsafe leave the course. Mark your ball and proceed to the Clubhouse or a safe place.
- When you hear the siren give ONE long blast, mark your ball and head for the Clubhouse or a safe place on the course.
- When play resumes TWO long blasts from the siren will be heard. Return to your marked ball and resume play.
- If conditions stay unsafe the Captain or the Match Committee will suspend play for the day.
Thank you,
Coffs Harbour Golf Club