Alamo Heights officials are discussing whether to acquire a lightning detection system for the local Little League complex. The City Council discussed the Alamo Heights Little League’s request for such a system on June 13. Following the detection of lightning, particularly air-to-ground strikes, in the immediate area, these systems instantly alert visitors at the ball fields.The council directed city staff to look into the feasibility of a visual alarm instead of an audible alarm, which the league originally suggested. City officials asked what kind of impact an audible alarm would have on residents who live close to the ball fields. City Manager Mark Browne said if the city determines a visual alarm cannot work at the complex, input would be sought from neighbors.
By Edmund Ortiz
