Expected hot weather during Steelers preseason game versus Buccaneers prompts safety recommendations

Expected hot weather during Steelers preseason game versus Buccaneers prompts safety recommendations Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (80) celebrates a touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) (John Raoux/AP)

By WPXI.com News Staff

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers will bring the heat when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Saturday, but fans should also be ready for a different kind of heat.

Officials with the Steelers warn that hot weather is expected during the preseason game, which will see kickoff at 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium.

To make sure fans are prepared and have a good time, officials recommended the following actions to take:

  • Staying hydrated by drinking water regularly
  • Seeking shade when needed
  • Wearing light, breathable gear

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