Click the play button on the video window to the right to see the storyPresident Barack Obama is set to speak Wednesday at what may be considered the most historic Arizona State University graduation in the school’s history.
One problem -- the forecast high is set for 101 degrees.
Due to security reasons, some tickets have an arrival time set for five hours prior to commencement. That means hundreds of people will be gathering at Sun Devil Stadium where there is no air conditioning at 2 p.m.
Julie Newberg, with ASU, said that safety for the students and attendees are the priority.
So with an expected attendance of 65,000 people, the school will be offering free water at stations located throughout Sun Devil Stadium.
There will also be cooling stations with fans and misters located inside and outside of the stadium.
“Think of it like the airport,” said Newberg. “You’re allowed to bring your water bottles up to security, but you won’t be allowed to bring them inside.”
The best thing you can do if you’re planning to attend, start hydrating the day before and continue to hydrate all day Wednesday.
Doctor Michael Christopher, with St. Joseph’s Hospital, said to pay attention to your body and make sure you wear lightweight and light colored clothing, a large-brimmed hat and wear plenty of sunscreen.
The first sign your body isn’t reacting well to the heat will be heart palpitations and profuse sweating.
If you notice this, get out of the sun and find some shade and some cool water to drink. If you do this, your body should be fine.
However, if you aren’t sweating at all, that means your body has become completely dehydrated and you need to find shade immediately. Otherwise it could lead to heat stroke, which can affect your heart, liver and kidneys.
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