The tragic death of Phillip Laster Jr. highlights the increasing dangers of heat-related illnesses in high school football, exacerbated by rising temperatures and humidity.
With a heat index of 102 degrees during practice, Laster's family experienced unimaginable grief, emphasizing the need for better awareness and precautions in youth sports.
The alarming increase in heat-related fatalities among young athletes calls for urgent measures, as extreme heat events have risen significantly since 1970 due to climate change.
The Korey Stringer Institute reports that between 1992 and 2024, 58 high school football players have died from exertional heat stroke, raising concerns about safety protocols.
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