The last two starting groups at the Dam tot Damloop are not allowed to start. The organization of the Amsterdam running event has decided this due to the increasing heat, it says on the website. “The heat leads to health problems for many runners. If we let the run go ahead, we cannot guarantee that we can provide everyone with the right medical care,” the organization says.
It is unclear how many runners are not allowed to go out because the organizer Le Champion cannot be reached. According to AT5, it would concern approximately 8,000 participants and the police have reportedly closed off the course.
Warnings were issued in advance for a tough edition and Le Champion called on participants to slow down their running pace. “Run sensibly and keep an eye on your fellow runners,” it was said. A spokesperson for the event said earlier in the day that despite the warm weather the situation was “manageable.”
The temperature rose to 23 degrees on Sunday afternoon. Overheating is lurking. Le Champion announced in advance that they would set up an extra water station and coolants on the course and after the finish. The last finish at the event was scheduled for around 18:00.
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By: Editorial Staff
