Racecourse officials confirmed that dozens of people needed medical attention after Royal Ascot’s second day because of a heat-related illness.
On Wednesday, the event attracted over 41 000 spectators and saw temperatures of 29.7C (85F).
One person was taken to the hospital, according to a Royal Ascot spokesperson, while 42 others were treated on-site.
Additionally, they claimed additional parasols and gazebos had been installed.
Misting fans and a mobile water bowser with a 1, 000-liter (220-gallon) capacity keep horses cool.
More than 250, 000 people are expected to show up for the five-day event, which ends on Saturday.
The occasion, which Queen Anne founded in 1711, is regarded as a significant social occasion as well as a sporting occasion.
According to the UK Health Security Agency, “significant effects are likely” for social and health services, including increased demand.
Source: BBC
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