VANDALIA — For the third year in a row, temperatures are expected to be in the 90s for the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show.
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As reported on News Center 7 at 5:00 p.m., with tens of thousands of visitors expected, organizers want to make sure people are prepared for the heat.
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While the rain is helping cool things off today, when the gates open for the start of the Dayton Air Show this weekend, it’s expected to be hot.
Jessica Oakley and Lori Wenning with CareFlight have spent many years working the medical tent at the Dayton Air Show.
“We have not so fun parts of our jobs many times. And this is one of those that I really enjoy, and it’s always a fun time. Even when it’s 90-plus,” Wenning said.
With temperatures set to be in the 90s this weekend, they want people to be prepared.
“What we saw last year with the heat is people were sitting for long periods of time, and then at the end of the show, everybody got up and they realized they hadn’t been hydrating properly,” Oakley said.
They say you should start drinking plenty of water now, so you are properly hydrated this weekend.
Another thing to plan ahead: your Air Show Outfit.
“I would recommend is lightweight clothing, things that are breathable. I would also recommend that you wear a hat that helps to protect you from the sun as well, and gives you a little bit of shade,” Oakley said.
Finding shade is key. Wenning said the air show grounds have plenty of places for people to take a break and cool off.
“Even underneath some of the wings of the large airplanes. That’s a good place to get a breeze and get some shade,” Wenning said.
Wenning, Oakley, and the rest of their CareFlight colleagues will be at the Medical Tent.
If you aren’t feeling well, they are there to help.
“If you start feeling rotten, and you can get help, the sooner, the better,” Wenning said.
They’re prepared, and they want to make sure all Air Show visitors are prepared too.
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