Anxiety is increasing as UFC Freedom 250 approaches, with forecasts indicating a lightning storm may hit Washington DC, potentially necessitating shelter for fans and fighters during the event.
The upcoming UFC event will be held outdoors for the first time, exposing participants to various weather conditions.
Donald Trump is organizing the UFC extravaganza to celebrate his 80th birthday and America’s 250th anniversary with a unique event at the White House, featuring seven bouts in an eight-sided cage on the South Lawn.
The UFC has informed attendees that the gates for UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest are open as planned, but they should be prepared for inclement weather in the area. Updates will be provided when available.
According to Associated Press, storm clouds are gathering over the Ellipse, though heavy rain has not yet arrived. A live band is entertaining the audience as the event’s 8pm start time nears.
Prior to the event, a notification appeared on video screens warning of potential severe weather and advising the audience to be ready to evacuate and find shelter if necessary.
Donald Trump has taken his place on the White House steps in front of the Octagon as the U.S. anthem plays, accompanied by UFC chief Dana White, amidst a patriotic atmosphere with chants of “USA, USA, USA” from the crowd.
Meanwhile, UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland was escorted away from the Ellipse event by police and placed in a Park Police van.
Strickland, once a vocal Trump supporter, claimed on social media that he was not invited to the White House event due to his criticism of Israel.
UFC CEO Dana White refuted Strickland’s allegation of being banned from UFC Freedom 250, stating that no one is banned from the event.
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