DES MOINES, Iowa -- Day two of the Iowa State Fair brought the heat, but that's nothing new to Iowans in August. Still, organizers and officials wanted to make sure everyone was staying safe.

Fair officials gave these tips to fairgoers: drink water, use sunscreen, pace yourself and use a buddy system.

The Des Moines Fire Department said they had a few dehydration situations on Friday, but nothing critical or serious.

The fairgrounds have ten buildings with air conditioning and several trees and benches in the shade. That's how people paced themselves, taking breaks when needed.

There are also 17 water fountains on the grounds, seven of those are water refill stations.

There are also two first aid stations, one across from the Pork Tent, the other in the service center on Grand Ave.

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