Heat Initiatives For UF-Western Kentucky Football Game
Friday, August 24, 2007 | Football
The University of Florida announced several points of interest on Friday related to its season-opening football game against Western Kentucky at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1. Kickoff in The Swamp is set for 12:30 p.m.
Fans are encouraged to properly hydrate and to wear loose clothing and a hat to avoid heat exhaustion.
Sunscreen of at least 30 SPF is recommended, repeating the application several times over the course of the afternoon. Sunscreen should be applied while the skin is dry and four ounces is needed for adequate protection.
People should get out of sun if dizzy and should drink plenty of fluids, such as water and Gatorade. Another key is to avoid excess alcohol, since it will compound heat problems. Spectators with
G-1 respiratory or cardiac disease should be especially careful, and everyone should proceed immediately to an aid station if help is needed.
University of Florida vs. Western Kentucky Heat Plan
- Cool Misting Tents in the concourses of the north, south and west sides of the stadium
- Additional fans on east side concourse
- 30,000 Gator fan giveaway at gates courtesy of the Florida Lottery
- Sunscreen giveaway at FanZone at Gate 2 outside of the O'Connell Center
- Cooling Hand Towel giveaway at FanZone at Gate 2 outside of the O'Connell Center
- Free samples of Gatorade also provided at FanZone
- Plastic cups with ice for free at concessions stands
- 12-Ounce waters on sale at concessions stands for $1
- 70 Water fountains operational in stadium
- Cooling buses on the east and west side to supplement aid stations
- Officers at gates looking out for fans in heat distress and directing to aid stations
- Stephen C. O'Connell Center open for football fans during the second half to watch the game on the big screens and cool down *Spectators must have a football ticket for entrance
General Guidelines for High-Temperature Days
- Wear loose fitting clothing and a hat
- Sunscreen of at least 30 SPF - repeat application
- Get out of sun if dizzy
- Drink plenty of fluids - water and Gatorade
- Avoid excess alcohol - it will compound heat problems
- If you have G-1 respiratory or cardiac disease be especially careful
- Go immediately to an aid station if you need help
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