Numerous rallygoers in Arizona suffered from heat exhaustion and required medical attention while waiting to enter former President Donald Trump’s rally.
With temperatures in Glendale exceeding 100 degrees, at least one person collapsed from the intense heat.
Glendale fire officials reported to ABC15 that they had evaluated, treated, and transported many individuals to local medical facilities due to various heat-related issues, which strained their response capabilities.
Glendale emergency crews contacted more than 100 rallygoers affected by the extreme heat as they awaited entry into the Desert Diamond Arena, where Trump was scheduled to speak.
The rally was particularly highly anticipated, with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who recently endorsed Trump, making a speaking appearance alongside Republican Senate candidate Kari Lake.
Arizona remains a fiercely contested swing state, and Trump’s lead there has narrowed significantly since Vice President Kamala Harris entered the race.
According to Decision Desk HQ’s polling average, Trump and Harris are currently neck and neck in the state.