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Lime Rock prepares for NASCAR Truck weekend after storm damage

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Lime Rock prepares for NASCAR Truck weekend after storm damage

Summary

Lime Rock Park is working to ensure readiness for the NASCAR Truck weekend following severe storms on July 5 that caused power outages and downed trees at the track. The facility, which has a long history of hosting races, is implementing comprehensive pre-event plans to address the impact of the storm. Efforts are focused on restoring infrastructure and safety measures in time for the event. Preparation continues as the weekend approaches.

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Key Details

•Severe storms on July 5 impacted Lime Rock Park.
•Power outages and downed trees were reported after the storm.
•The track has a strong history of staging race weekends.
•Preparations are ongoing to ensure safety for the NASCAR Truck weekend.
•Comprehensive pre-event planning is being utilized to address storm effects.

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1:30 PMRacer — Lime Rock racing to be ready for NASCAR Truck weekend after storm knocks out power, downs trees

What they're saying

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Having hosted its first event nearly 70 years ago, Lime Rock Park knows how to stage a race weekend.But after a significant storm front slammed the Northwest Connecticut facility in the early hours of July 5, the comprehensive pre-event planning checklists that have served the track so well in the...
— Racerby RACER Staff

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