LAS VEGAS -- Brad Keselowski will start on the pole after heavy rain forced NASCAR to cancel qualifying for Sunday's race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
The track got steady rain all morning Friday and again in the early afternoon after a brief break, forcing NASCAR to scrap practice and qualifying for the first time in Las Vegas.
The speedway urged fans to take cover from rain, wind and lightning when the afternoon storm broke.
Sunday's field will be set by points and the NASCAR rule book, giving the pole to last season's Sprint Cup series champion.
Keselowski says he's excited because it's the first time he's ever ended up with good track position after a rainout.
Mike Bliss will miss the race because of the cancellation of qualifying
Clark County is under a Winter Weather Advisory in the mountainous areas along the west side of the Las Vegas valley.
Snow is expected above the 5,000 foot level. Sleet, rain and wind are expected to continue into the evening hours in the valley.
McCarran International Airport is experiencing flight delays for planes arriving at the airport. Click here to check flight information.
Snow accumulations could range from 3 inches to 12 inches depending on the elevation. The advisory is in effect for the Sheep Range, The Spring Mountains, Kyle and Lee Canyons.
(Associated Press contributed to this report.)
Sleet at Mannion Middle School. Photo Credit: Norman LaRenda
