When the NASCAR playoff action returns to the biggest and baddest race track on the planet – Talladega Superspeedway – on Oct. 2-3, there will be no restrictions on the number of fans allowed to take in the action at mammoth 2.66-mile venue while an array of spectator camping opportunities and upgrade options will be offered again.
The tripleheader weekend will feature a duo of events on Saturday, Oct. 2 with the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, which will be the second race in the Round of 8, getting the green flag at Noon CDT. The NASCAR Xfinity Series will tackle the 33-degree banked venue at 3:30 pm CDT, in the second of three events in the Xfinity Series Round of 12. Sunday’s (Oct. 3) YellaWood 500 will also serve as the second race in the Round of 12, of the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. It is slated for a 1p.m. CDT start.
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.
* WHERE...Much of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible
and drink plenty of water.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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