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UIL is urging using wet bulb globe temperatures for athlete safety. Here's why that's a good call
Because the WBGT accounts for variables like solar radiation and wind speed, it more accurately measures the stress to the body that sunshine, humidity and outdoor heat causes. Wet bulb globe ...
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Singapore rolls out nationwide cooling spaces amid rising temperatures
SINGAPORE - In response to the escalating risks of heatwaves, Singapore has unveiled a national plan to offer public cooling ...
Singapore’s new heatwave response plan includes cooling spaces, suspension of outdoor activities
A heatwave is unlikely to happen this hot season as global climate drivers are not conducive. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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What is the UCI's Extreme Weather Protocol?
The meeting sees the representatives of the various groups approve the findings of a climatic risk assessment taken on the ...
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How MLS measures and manages extreme heat conditions at matches
How is the temperature measured? It’s measured by Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), and not “regular” temperature or heat index. The WBGT is a more involved measurement, which takes into ...
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Where dangerous heat is surging
The analysis calculated an approximate form of “wet-bulb globe temperature,” a metric that combines temperature, humidity, sunlight and wind. Scientists consider it the gold standard for ...
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The association of environmental heat stress with performance: analysis of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil
Methods Wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT) parameters were obtained at the centre of the field 1 h before the start of play. Environmental stress was estimated (low, moderate and high) for each match ...
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How To Survive A Wet Bulb Event
As the mercury rises to new heights, it’s time to educate yourself on the very real dangers of a wet bulb event. Scientists predict that these deadly weather conditions could soon strike in the ...