why is texas tech game delayed today

The Texas Tech game today was delayed due to multiple lightning strikes near Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock, Texas. The game went into a weather delay just minutes after kickoff because lightning was detected within 8 miles of the stadium. According to NCAA rules, there is a mandatory delay of 30 minutes after the last lightning strike before the game can resume. However, multiple strikes caused the delay to extend for over two hours before play could continue. The delay started early in the first quarter, halting the game at a scoreless tie around 12 minutes remaining in the quarter. Fans had to vacate their seats and wait in concourses while play was suspended. The game eventually resumed after the delay, with Texas Tech winning 45-14.