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Twin Cities Marathon Weekend Proceeds Under Heat Risk

Races open under a yellow-flag plan as organizers deploy expanded heat mitigation after 2023's cancellation.

Overview

  • Race officials say all events are a go, with conditions starting at yellow and possibly moving to red later in the day, though black-flag conditions are not expected.
  • Forecasts call for highs near 90 degrees Saturday and around 82 degrees Sunday, with gusty winds that could reach about 40 mph.
  • More than 30,000 participants are registered across the weekend, including roughly 9,400 marathoners on Sunday.
  • Upgrades include misting fans on course, added ice and fluid deliveries, more frequent water and electrolyte stations, increased on-course medical teams, and air conditioning in the finish-line medical tent.
  • Organizers and experts urge proactive hydration, carbohydrate planning, lighter breathable clothing, conservative pacing, and vigilance for symptoms of heat illness, with ongoing updates provided to participants.