Heat Wave Hits High School Sports | Columbus News

When the heat hits, high school sports go into survival mode—9,000 student athletes treated yearly for heat-related issues. Schools like Dublin Coffman High are taking extreme precautions: no pads until later in camp, constant monitoring for dizziness or fatigue, and cutting practices short if temps soar. Trainers use specialized gear to track heat and humidity, and when symptoms strike, ice baths and electrolyte drinks are the immediate response. Even medical histories are reviewed months ahead. It’s not about winning—it’s about keeping these young athletes safe when the weather turns brutal. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/279e2c291cfe1696