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Heat Threatens World Cup in Toronto | Toronto News
Toronto’s sweltering heat is turning tonight’s World Cup match into a potential health hazard, with a humidex of 41°C and WBGT hitting 30°C—conditions that could impair athletes’ ability to cool down. Player unions warn games should be delayed if WBGT reaches 28°C or temps exceed 36°C, yet FIFA hasn’t set a public threshold. A major public viewing event was canceled, and heat alerts are in effect as experts stress that high humidity cripples the body’s natural cooling. While no matches have been postponed yet, several have already been played under risky conditions. FIFPRO plans to address…
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