Lightning delays start of second half in Milton-Buford high school football game in Georgia

Milton leads 7-0 at halftime, but weather could be a persistent problem in the second half

Lightning strikes have delayed the Milton-Buford game in Georgia. / Michael Chow/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK

Storm sirens are sounding at Milton High School in Georgia as the Eagles host Buford in Georgia high school football.

Milton has a 7-0 halftime lead after TJ Lester scored on a 21-yard touchdown run in the first quarter.

But heavy rain and lightning have cleared the stands, so the players and fans will have to wait for the second half.

Weather update, 10:30 p.m. ET: It's still raining but the lightning has moved on. Players are on the field warming up and set to resume about 10:45 p.m.

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