Safety measures in place for FedEx St. Jude Championship amid heat
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis is set to take place as extreme heat is expected. Organizers are implementing safety measures, including complimentary sunscreen, hydration stations, and air-conditioned public areas, to help attendees manage the conditions. Dr. Mark Castellaw urges spectators to stay hydrated, wear appropriate clothing, and seek shade. The championship will draw thousands of visitors, and awareness of heat-related health risks is emphasized by local medical professionals.
- •FedEx St. Jude Championship starts soon in Memphis.
- •Extreme heat poses risks for attendees and players.
- •Organizers provide free sunscreen, water, and cooling areas.
- •Medical advice stresses hydration and protective clothing.
- •Thousands are expected to attend the championship.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Triple-digit heat expected for FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — How to beat the heat at the FedEx St. Jude Championship
"MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The countdown is on for the FedEx St. Jude Championship! But as we look forward to the big event here in Memphis, it’s also going to be extremely hot. Here’s WREG’s Shay Arthur with what’s being done to help keep visitors safe during these stifling temperatures. It’s a big week in Memphis […]
"The action on the PGA Tour is heating up and so too are the temperatures.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 9:00 PMTriple-digit heat expected for FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis
The action on the PGA Tour is heating up and so too are the temperatures.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 8:40 PMHow to beat the heat at the FedEx St. Jude Championship
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The countdown is on for the FedEx St. Jude Championship! But as we look forward to the big event here in Memphis, it’s also going to be extremely hot. Here’s WREG’s Shay Arthur with what’s being done to help keep visitors safe during these stifling temperatures. It’s a big week in Memphis […]
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