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What the UIL's new heat safety requirements mean for local high schools
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· July 30, 2026
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High school football practice starts next week for several local teams, and they'll take the field with a new UIL requirement. Schools are now required — rather than recommended — to monitor conditions with Wet Bulb Globe Temperature measurements.
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Key points Schools are now required — rather than recommended — to monitor conditions with Wet Bulb Globe Temperature measurements. High school football practice starts next week for several local teams, and they'll take the field with a new UIL requirement. More schools Today’s briefing Local events
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