Coaches monitor WBGT for athlete safety during extreme heat

Athletes and coaches are increasingly paying attention to the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) as outdoor sports resume with the start of the new school year. The WBGT takes into account temperature, humidity, sunlight, and wind to assess heat stress during exercise. As WBGT levels rise, teams may modify practices by implementing more frequent water breaks, shortening sessions, and, if necessary, suspending outdoor activities. Many athletic programs, including those in North Carolina and South Carolina, have already integrated WBGT into their heat safety policies to safeguard athletes from extreme heat conditions.

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