Bix at 6 canceled due to excessive heat

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Organizers have canceled Thursday’s Iowa American Water Bix at 6 due to excessive heat.

“It is with regret that we announce this cancellation,” Race Director Michelle Juehring, said. “We never like to cancel an event. However, our first responsibility is always the health and safety of everyone involved—our runners, volunteers, staff, and spectators. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and look forward to seeing participants next week.”

The Russell Beat the Elite athletes will still be announced at 6 p.m. Follow the announcement at KWQC and the Quad-City Times.

Race organizers said they reviewed National Weather Service forecasts, consulted the event’s race medical director, and followed established heat-safety protocols recognized throughout the road running industry.

Organizers said runners can continue their training indoors or during the cooler morning hours.

The final Bix at 6 training run will be on July 9 at 5th Street and Pershing Avenue.

Thursday’s MercyOne Genesis Brady Street Sprint Trials have also been canceled.

The final sprint trials also will be held July 9.

Participants who register online Thursday can may pick up their complimentary Bix at 6 t-shirt at next week’s training run by presenting their registration confirmation email.

The 52nd Quad-City Times Bix 7 begins at 8 a.m. July 25.