Preps for Tattoo 2012 in Scorching Heat
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Channel: Dayton 24/7 Now · 2012 · News & Politics
WRIGHT AFB -- One of the Miami Valley's biggest summer attractions, Air Force Freedom Call Tattoo 2012 is just days away and it's expected to be a scorcher.Crews are already preparing the field, setting up tents and the staging area, but there's something else the 70,000 plus that are expected to show up to the free event should also prepare for, the heat.Weather forecasts are predicting temperatures near 100 degrees, and organizers say they are planning accordingly."We have a medical tent we just changed up with air conditioning. It will be powered and should be able to take care of anybody who may have a heat stroke" said Dave Egner, AFMC Tattoo Director.People are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets, but for security reasons, coolers aren't allowed. Organizers say people can bring in water bottles. There will also be various cooling tents and water will be available to guests.The event is free and will include aerial and stage performances, musical performance by Eddie Money. The event will take place on the grounds of the National Museum of the US Air Force.Capping off Tattoo 2012 will be a big fireworks display and by that time the temperature is expected to be cooler.
