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Heat a Concern at Dallas' Byron Nelson Classic

With near-record high temperatures on tap Friday, heat was expected to be an issue during the second, third and final rounds of the AT&T Byron Nelson Classic.

NBC 5 meteorologists forecast a high of 96, which would have matched the record high set in 1956.

As of 2 p.m., when temperatures were climbing close to the day's high of 95, Dallas Fire-Rescue said they had attended to about 50 people for heat-related issues at the tournament.

"Most of these individuals have been very proactive about treating their symptoms and only needing a place to cool off," DFR said. "Treatment for these patients have mostly been ice packs, water, being placed by fans or in an air-conditioned tent; with the occasional administration of IV fluids.

DFR said only one person required a trip to the hospital.

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While temperatures Saturday and Sunday are expected to be cooler than Friday, 92 Saturday and 90 Sunday, attendees are cautioned there is little shade on the links-style course and to hydrate appropriately.

Don't forget to give yourself extra time to ride the shuttle -- there's no public parking at the course. Here's what you need to know about that.

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