weathersafety

Hyperlocal lightning risk alerts

Build a lightning tracker that integrates with outdoor activity apps. Current tools are generic weather apps with poor activity-specific warnings.

Why now

Outdoor enthusiasts need minute-by-minute risk assessments tied to their exact activity (golf vs hiking).

Who for
Outdoor activity apps
Business model
API licensing
Effort
A few months

Golfers, hikers and boaters make safety decisions based on generic lightning data that doesn't account for their specific exposure.

An API that calculates strike risk for different activities based on terrain and shelter options.

Sell licenses to outdoor apps and device makers (Garmin, AllTrails).

Start with golf course integrations, where liability concerns create willingness to pay.

Risk: Weather data licensing costs could eat margins.

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