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Myrtle Beach Marathon, Half Marathon Cancelled Due to Winter Weather

Submitted by RJeditor on Wed, 02/17/2010 - 07:03.
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02/17/2010 - 05:50

40.jpgEven the city of Myrtle Beach did not escape the wintry weather this year. Unfortunately for more than 6,000 runners, the snowy weather moved in on the Friday night before the popular Myrtle Beach Marathon & Half Marathon. The threat of slick roads and unsafe conditions for runners and volunteers forced the cancellation of the event by the city of Myrtle Beach. Late Friday night, the city released the following statement:

We regret to report that the BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon and Half Marathon have been cancelled for tomorrow, Saturday, February 13. The city staff has monitored weather conditions and delayed making a decision as long as practical, in hope that the forecast would improve. Unfortunately, the forecast consistently calls for snow accumulations overnight, raising concerns about the safety of all involved in the marathon.

The marathon course is not completely closed, which means that runners and cars must safely co-exist on city streets. Given the potentially dangerous surface conditions which may exist tomorrow morning, that would not be the case. Safety is paramount for the runners, motorists and volunteers who assist, as well as for city employees who set up the course and monitor the intersections.

The BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon is valued by the entire community, and we do not make this decision lightly. We are disappointed by the cancellation, but believe this action is necessary to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers and staff members.

A very tough and heartbreaking decision for all who had worked so hard for this great event. We at Running Journal look forward to the 2011 Myrtle Beach Marathon and Half Marathon.

The Myrtle Beach Organizing Committee has posted a letter on the race website. You can read the letter here: www.mbmarathon.com.