ATLANTA — The AJC Peachtree Road Race will begin on "code yellow" Thursday morning. Atlanta Track Club CEO Rich Kenah told 11Alive Chief Meteorologist Chris Holcomb they are currently projecting a "code yellow" for the start of the race. He added that they will make a final call at race time tomorrow if the alert level needs to change.
Green means "good" conditions. Yellow means to use caution while running. Red would mean conditions could be dangerous. Code black means the race is canceled.
Participants should prepare for hot and muggy conditions at the start and finish of the race.
At the beginning of the race, temperatures will be around 75-77 degrees.
It will be a very muggy morning, making the heat more intense. Temperatures will quickly rise through the morning. By 9 a.m., we will be in the lower 80s but feeling closer to the 90s. By 11 a.m., we will already be in the mid to upper 80s.
Be sure to be hydrated and to keep hydrated at the water stations during the race. Also, take breaks when necessary.