20 heat-related medical calls reported at Usher-Chris Brown concert in Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — There were 20 heat-related medical calls from Bank of America Stadium Friday during the Usher-Chris Brown concert, Medic officials said.

The calls came after the temperatures reached the upper-90s, and remained in the 90s when the show began at 7:30 p.m.

Medic reported 26 total heat-related calls for the day in Mecklenburg County, where a Code Orange air quality alert also was in effect.

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Acknowledging the scorching temperatures, concert organizers are encouraging fans to bring up to two water bottles per person to help stay hydrated…

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