RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Summer practices are in full swing ahead of the fall sports season.

The Mississippi High School Activities Association recommends limited practices in temperatures over 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Technology like the Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer helps both coaches and trainers monitor the heat index and measure how long athletes should practice in between water breaks.

Ridgeland High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Todd McDaniel is taking every precaution to prevent heat-related illnesses during summer practices ahead of the fall sports.

“The thermometer actually tells you exactly what is right for where you’re located. Our district purchased those for us so we’ll be able to keep the kids safe, so we know exactly what’s going on, what kind of humidit

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