Weather & Status Updates

The Wheaton Park District is committed to keeping our community informed and safe through reliable, up-to-date communication tools.

We have expanded our safety measures by integrating Perry Weather, a lightning detection and weather monitoring service that helps us make informed, proactive decisions to protect guests and staff. Live conditions and countdown timers can be viewed below, or where site-specific updates are displayed.

In addition, we have partnered with Statusfy, the modern and fully accessible evolution of our previous provider, RainoutLine, to deliver timely status updates on facility and event conditions, including cancellations, closures, and other important information.

Together, these two platforms allow the Wheaton Park District to provide a safer, well-informed experience for everyone in our community.

	Lightning Detection Updates

	Facility & Event Updates

Keeping Our Parks & Programs Safe

NOTE: Installations Will Take Place in Summer 2026

How does Perry Weather work?
The Perry Weather outdoor warning system is a completely wireless, cloud-based emergency alert and lightning warning system that is constantly operational and integrated with the most reliable lightning detection network to provide weather risk monitoring and warning. This proactive investment reflects our continued commitment to keeping our parks and programs safe.

System operates daily March 1–November 30 from the hours of 7A-10P.

For questions, please contact us at [email protected].

When Alert is Activated: Leave the Site Immediately

Locations With Lightning Detection:

Once installations are active at the locations listed below, a “NOW ACTIVE” notation will be posted.

NOW ACTIVE!

Warning signal: Stop all activities immediately

You will hear
One long 15-second horn blast + flashing strobe lights
What to do
Leave the park and take shelter in your car or a nearby building

While sheltering: Wait for the all clear

No guesswork needed
A 30-minute countdown will automatically begin after the lightning event

All clear signal: Safe to return

You will hear
Three short horn blasts (2 seconds apart) + strobe lights deactivate
What to do
You may return to the park and resume all activities

Get updates on the go!

Find out about weather delays or facility closings before leaving home or while on the go!

Mobile App

Statusfy.com website

(630) 410-1028

The Perry Weather Lightning Detection System implementation is an initiative of the Wheaton Park District Safety Committee.