KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Six people were taken to local hospitals during a large celebration for the Vols' national title on Tuesday, the Knoxville Fire Department said.
According to KFD Assistant Chief Mark Wilbanks, there were roughly 25-30 patient contacts, with six of those being sent to the hospital. Wilbanks said, "Most all were heat-related."
Huge crowds gathered in downtown Knoxville as temperatures were forecasted to rise to the low 90s. They gathered in Market Square and along Gay Street for a parade and ceremony celebrating the Vols' historic victory.
More information such as the identities of those in the hospital was not available. This story will be updated when more information is available.