Battle Creek’s Field of Flight is welcoming thousands of visitors despite temperatures expected to climb into the 90s during the five-day event featuring air shows, hot air balloons and fireworks.
Safety Precautions for Extreme Heat
Sandy Sinkler, who has volunteered at Field of Flight for nearly 30 years, says organizers are taking extra precautions for the heat.
“Once it gets going and you just look out here, it’s just going to be so full of people just enjoying the magic, and I know we’re concerned about the heat,” but there are ways to beat the heat, Sinkler said.
Event organizers encourage visitors to bring coolers, chairs and umbrellas. They also recommend wearing light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and staying hydrated.
Massive Crowds Expected
The event typically welcomes around 140,000 people over its five-day run, according to Executive Director Barbara Haluszka, who has led the event for most of its 47-year history…