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'The field reached 160 degrees'; Triple-digit heat takes a toll on UT fans during home opener
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· September 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The field reached extremely high temperatures, hitting 160 degrees. The heat has already affected fans during the home opener, with triple-digit temperatures being reported.
Relentless heat is taking a toll on University of Texas fans. The field reached extremely high temperatures, hitting 160 degrees. This heat wave is expected to continue, which may lead to another sweltering game-day experience for fans this weekend.
Further details about the heat and its impact on fans are available from the source. The heat has already affected fans during the home opener, with triple-digit temperatures being reported.
University of Texas fans are bracing for another hot game day, as the heat wave shows no signs of letting up.
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Category: News Published: September 7, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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