Extreme weather

No crews should take to the water in dangerous conditions. The coach / session leader should assess the weather and water conditions along with the competency of the athletes. No athlete should take to the water unless they are confident with the decision made by the coach / session leader.

Considerations for the session organiser include:

• Wind (wind is particularly dangerous when in opposing direction to the stream)
• Rain/ snow (water users should be wearing adequate clothing)
• Currents (the Tay can have strong currents, especially in winter months)
• Temperature (beware of low & high temperatures)
• Visibility (should be >200m)

Thunderstorms / Lightning

If thunder/ lightning is observed whilst on the water all water users must leave the water immediately. No water activity can take place within 30mins of a lightning strike. When on dry land members should take shelter in appropriately shielded buildings/ cars.

When considering returning to the water members are asked to refer to local weather forecasts, if any more lightning is expected all water based activities must cease until the forecast significantly improves.