The University of Florida football team's matchup against Louisiana State University from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Oct. 6 has been slated to begin at 3:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on CBS. The Gator Walk will be held at 1:15 p.m. and gates will open at 2:00 p.m.

Due to an expected high heat index for this Saturday’s LSU game, fans are encouraged to properly hydrate and to wear loose clothing and a hat to avoid heat exhaustion. Sunscreen of at least 30 SPF is recommended, repeating the application several times over the course of the afternoon. Sunscreen should be applied while the skin is dry and four ounces is needed for adequate protection.

Fans feeling dizzy should get out of the sun and should drink plenty of fluids, such as water and Gatorade. It is recommended to avoid excess alcohol consumption, since it will compound heat problems. Spectators with G-1 respiratory or cardiac disease should be especially careful, and everyone should proceed immediately to an aid station if help is needed.

General Guidelines for High-Temperature Days

• Wear loose fitting clothing and a hat

• Sunscreen of at least 30 SPF - repeat application

• Get out of the sun if dizzy

• Drink plenty of fluids - water and Gatorade

• Avoid excess alcohol - it will compound heat problems

• If you have G-1 respiratory or cardiac disease be especially careful

• Go immediately to an aid station if you need help

Special heat initiatives will be in place for the LSU game this weekend:

• Four Misting stations located around the stadium: Outside Gate 2, North End Zone Sunshine Seats, Inside Gate 9 by the Gator Locker Room and Gate 16

• Numerous water fountains available throughout the stadium

• Water bottles are available for sale at the concessions stands.

• Officers at gates looking out for fans in heat distress and directing to aid stations

• Sunscreen giveaway at Verizon Gator FanFest outside Gate 2 of the O'Connell Center

• Cooling Hand Towel giveaway at Verizon Gator FanFest outside Gate 2 of the O'Connell Center