Martinsville revisits emergency plans after fatal Pocono lightning strike Evan Jones August 7, 2012 1 min read Martinsville Speedway officials say they have emergency plans ready — and control centers in operation — for every race. But Sunday’s fatal lightning strike at another NASCAR race leads them to revisit those plans. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Camp VA Jaycee property donated to HopeTree Family ServicesNext: Almost five million pounds of debris later, Roanoke County pickups remain behind schedule Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025
