Florida State and SMU face weather risks for Monday football game

The Florida State Seminoles host the SMU Mustangs on Labor Day with an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms near the 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee expects high humidity and temperatures dropping from the 90s to near 80 degrees by the start of the game. Meteorologists advise fans to monitor weather alerts and seek shelter if lightning occurs during the contest. Officials also recommend staying hydrated and wearing light clothing due to elevated heat index values that could reach 103 degrees. Florida State holds an 0-1 record against SMU heading into this ACC matchup, which will be broadcast on ESPN.

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