From youth sports to area pools, Northeast Wisconsin prepares for extreme weekend warmup

(WLUK) — From sporting events to highway departments, everyone in Northeast Wisconsin is keeping a close eye on this weekend’s extreme heat.

With a trio of consecutive days of temperatures in the 90s, it’s expected to be the hottest three-day stretch in the region since July 2012.

The Sites sisters, who play soccer, worked out with their personal trainer Thursday, fully aware of what hundreds of young soccer players will go through this weekend when they take to the pitch in 90-plus degree heat.

“It takes a toll on your body. I think it’s great that kids get to go out and play in this, and they have the opportunity to play, but it’s going to be tiring for sure, and your body is going to be worn out by the end of the weekend,” said Briana Sites.

The USA Youth Sports Complex in Appleton will welcome 260 teams this weekend for its Summer Shootout: Kickin’ for a Cause tournament.

“This is a popular end-of-season tournament, ironically for Minnesota teams. For Wisconsin, generally the season is over already, so tryouts have started. So there will be a large amount of people from out of state. Mostly Minnesota teams and our local clubs,” said Eric Gebhard, one of the tournament organizers.

The extreme heat is something tournament organizers are keeping a close eye on. They anticipate shortening game times and taking at least one extra water break per half during each game. Mature trees on site, along with tents, should help to offer some shade too.

“Additionally, we’ll have two cooling stations set up if players experience heat-related illnesses. And what that it is, it’s basically two ice baths and cold towels in a dark room where they can cool off,” said Gebhard.

Many people will likely seek refuge from the heat at a pool this weekend.

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De Pere Parks and Recreation is preparing to keep their swimmers, as well as their team of lifeguards, safe.

“We’re making sure that we’ve got our umbrellas for UV protection and sun protection for staff. Coordinating our break times and making sure rotations are happening super promptly. and then just making sure they’re getting out and monitoring staff to make sure that they’re not getting dehydrated or overheated while they’re on the deck,” said Recreation Supervisor Chelsea Moberg.

Medical professionals say the best thing you can do in the heat is to stay inside in the air conditioning. If you have to be outside, make sure you’re drinking plenty of fluids — and not the alcoholic type.

Wear lightweight, light colored, loose fitting clothing. Seek shade and try not to overexert yourself.