HEALTHJul 18 · 20:23 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTEAlianna Kendall-Brooks, Spencer Chrisman

Heat-related calls spike during Usher, Chris Brown concerts at Bank of America Stadium

Heat-related medical calls surged in Charlotte during Usher and Chris Brown concerts at Bank of America Stadium as temperatures reached near 98°F with a heat index of 100-105°F. Medics reported 26 heat-related calls on Friday, 20 at the stadium, and 40 additional cases near the venue by Saturday. Mecklenburg County provided cooling resources including shelters, recreation centers, pools, and spraygrounds.

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