Heat index values expected to reach between 100 and 110 degrees this week has University Health doctors warning World Cup fans in Kansas City to take heat-safety precautions as practices and fan events continue.
Doctors say the extreme heat can affect everyone, including elite athletes. University Health, located near the FIFA Fan Festival, expects an increase in heat-related illness as temperatures climb and reported already treating a handful of patients for heat exhaustion.
With the FIFA Fan Festival scheduled to reopen Friday, University Health advises fans to plan ahead before spending hours outdoors—especially by staying well hydrated and avoiding direct sun. The hospital also says it has trained staff on advanced cooling techniques, including using cooling bags, ice packs on key areas of the body, and internal cooling methods for severe cases.
University Health urges Kansas City World Cup fans to plan for extreme heat risks
