① Select the Go To Puerto Rico & the U.S. Virgin Islands/ Back to CONUS box in the upper left corner of the map then type your location/address in the white box or select a location on the map.
② Select a flag level guideline.
③ Click the “Submit” button at the bottom and scroll down the page to see the forecast.
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To see an earlier forecast, select a model time in the white box.
④ Scroll further down the page to see the WBGT activity guidelines.
WBGT Activity Guidelines and Rest/Break Guidelines for Athletes
| Heat Category |
WBGT Index (F) |
Activity Guidelines |
|
No Flag |
Under 80 |
Unlimited activity with primary cautions for new or unconditioned athletes or extreme exertion; schedule mandatory rest/water breaks. (5 min rest/water break every 30 min) |
|
Low (Green Flag) |
80-84.9 |
Normal practice for athletes; closely monitor new or unconditioned athletes and all athletes during extreme exertion. Schedule mandatory rest/water breaks. (5 min water/rest break every 25 min) |
|
Moderate (Yellow Flag) |
85-87.9 |
New or unconditioned athletes should have reduced intensity practice and modifications in clothing. Well-conditioned athletes should have more frequent rest breaks and hydration as well as cautious monitoring for symptoms of heat illness. Schedule frequent mandatory rest/water breaks. (5 min rest/water break every 20 min) Have cold or ice immersion pool on site for practice. |
|
High (Red Flag) |
88-89.9 |
All athletes must be under constant observation and supervision. Remove pads and equipment. Schedule frequent mandatory rest/water breaks. (5 min rest/water break every 15 min) Have cold or ice immersion pool on site for practice. |
|
Extreme (Black Flag) |
Over 90 |
SUSPEND PRACTICE |
Source: U.S. Army Public Health Command
