Extreme heat is a killer for outdoor sporting events -- let's plan properly to keep everyone safe.

This article discusses the risks of extreme heat during outdoor sporting events and provides recommendations for reducing heat-related health risks. The consequences of heat exposure can range from dehydration to heatstroke and even death. The article highlights the need for event organizers to take extra care for athletes, officials, spectators, and volunteers. It also emphasizes the importance of planning, mitigation strategies, medical support, policy development, education, and research to address heat-related challenges. The article provides practical tips for spectators to reduce heat-related risks and calls for event organizers to have heat policies in place. [Extracted from the article]