BAA Weather Cancellations and Safety
Bloomington Athletic Association prioritizes the safety of our players, families, coaches, officials and volunteers. Use this page for information about youth sports cancellations, field closures, lightning, heat and air quality.
On This Page
Weather Updates
Weather cancellations and schedule changes are communicated through LeagueApps and team messages.
- Log in to your LeagueApps account.
- Confirm your email address and mobile number.
- Enable email and text notifications.
- Watch for updates from your coach or sport commissioner.
Cancellations and Field Closures
BAA will communicate cancellations and field closures as soon as information becomes available. Weather can change quickly, so families should check LeagueApps and team messages before leaving for a practice or game.
The City of Bloomington may close fields because of rain, unsafe conditions or potential field damage. Do not use a field that has been officially closed.
A school closure does not automatically cancel all BAA activities. Wait for an official update from BAA or your team.
Lightning Safety
When lightning is visible or thunder is heard:
- Stop play immediately.
- Leave the field and other open areas.
- Move to an enclosed building or vehicle.
- Stay away from fences, dugouts and trees.
- Wait for approval before returning to play.
Sport-specific weather policies may also apply.
Heat Index Guidelines
The heat index measures how hot it feels when humidity is included. Coaches should consider activity intensity, shade, water access, athlete age and individual medical needs.
| Heat Index | Risk Level | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| Below 80°F | Normal Precautions | Provide regular access to water and rest. |
| 80–89°F | Caution | Fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Increase water breaks and monitor athletes. |
| 90–105°F | Extreme Caution | Sunstroke, muscle cramps, and/or heat exhaustion are possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Add rest breaks and reduce prolonged activity. |
| 105–129°F | Danger | Sunstroke, muscle cramps, and/or heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke is possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Significantly modify, postpone or cancel activity. |
| 130°F+ | Extreme Danger | Heatstroke or sunstroke is likely. Outdoor athletic activity should not continue. |
Watch for dizziness, headache, nausea, confusion, unusual weakness or other signs of heat illness.
Air Quality Index Guidelines
The Air Quality Index, or AQI, measures outdoor air pollution and related health concerns. Children and athletes with asthma or other respiratory conditions may be affected at lower AQI levels.
| AQI | Air Quality | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| 0–50 | Good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. Outdoor activity may continue normally. |
| 51–100 | Moderate | Air quality is acceptable; however, for some pollutants there may be a moderate health concern for a very small number of people who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Monitor unusually sensitive athletes for symptoms. |
| 101–150 | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected. Sensitive athletes should reduce prolonged or intense activity. |
| 151–200 | Unhealthy | Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. Reduce or move prolonged outdoor activity. |
| 201–300 | Very Unhealthy | Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population is more likely to be affected. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity. |
| 301–500 | Hazardous | Health alert: everyone may experience more serious health effects. Outdoor athletic activity should not continue. |
Parents and Guardians
Use your best judgment based on your child’s health and current conditions. Notify the coach if your athlete:
- Has asthma or another weather-sensitive condition
- Needs medication, additional water or extra rest
- Is experiencing heat- or air-quality-related symptoms
- Will not participate because of safety concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are BAA cancellations posted?
Updates are generally shared through LeagueApps, team messages, BAA text communications, and BAA social media.
Who closes Bloomington athletic fields?
The City of Bloomington may close fields because of weather, unsafe conditions or potential field damage.
Does a school closure cancel BAA activities?
Not automatically. Check LeagueApps or team communications for confirmation.
Can I keep my child home because of weather or air quality?
Yes. Parents and guardians should make the decision they believe is safest for their child.
Questions About a Practice or Game?
Contact your coach, team manager or sport commissioner for the latest information.
