Heat Initiatives For UF-Troy Football Game
Thursday, September 10, 2009 | Football
The University of Florida announced several points of interest on Thursday related to its football game against Troy at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Kickoff in The Swamp is set for 12:21 p.m.
Due to an expected high heat index, 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 the 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.
Florida vs. Troy Heat Plan Initiatives
• Cool Misting Tents in the concourses of the north, south and west sides of the stadium
• Additional fans on east side concourse
• 10,000 Gator hand fan giveaway at gates courtesy of Mid-Florida Heating & Air
• Sunscreen giveaway at Verizon Wireless Gator FanFest outside Gate 2 of the O'Connell Center
• Cooling Hand Towel giveaway at Verizon Wireless Gator FanFest outside Gate 2 of the O'Connell Center
• Free samples of Pepsi also provided at FanFest
• Plastic cups with ice for free at concessions stands
• 12-Ounce waters on sale at concessions stands for $1
• 100 Water fountains operational in stadium
• Cooling vehicles on the 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 via Gate 1 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 the 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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