IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California readies for warm conditions in Redding

IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California is set to take place in Redding on August 16. As the region experiences a brief reprieve from extreme heat, with temperatures forecasted to reach mid-90s later in the week, race organizers are implementing safety measures. These include five cooling stations along the bike route and multiple hydration support stations during the half marathon. Despite concerns about air quality due to nearby wildfires, preparations are underway to ensure athlete safety during the triathlon.

• 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Heat wave breaks before IRONMAN swims, bikes, runs through Redding