With thousands expected to attend the annual Independence Grand Gala on August 6, Jamaicans are being advised to prepare for the hot weather conditions currently being experienced.
Executive Director, Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), Lenford Salmon, said everybody coming to the Gala, walk should walk with water and hydrate from days before so that they can sustain yourselves.
The Grand Gala will take place at the National Stadium in Kingston.
Mr. Salmon noted that while the sun will not be out at 5:30 p.m., at the start of the Gala it’s still going to be hot” and, as such, persons should take the necessary precautions.
Mr. Salmon informed that the hot weather has also impacted rehearsals for the show.
