An average of 38 children across the country die from vehicular heatstroke every year. Here’s why cars get so hot, so fast, and what caregivers can do to prevent hot car deaths.
Pets are also more susceptible to vehicular heatstroke because of their inability to sweat, even when a window is cracked open.When sunlight penetrates car windows, it creates long- wave radiation that essentially turns your car into an oven,The temperature changes are drastic, De Leon said: After 10 minutes, 80-degree weather can increase the temperature in the car to 99 degrees. Temperatures inside the vehicle can rise to 123 degrees after an hour has passed in the same weather conditions.
With summer here, it's important to know the dangers of high temperatures. Heat stroke can be dangerous. Here are some ways you can identify heat stroke and what you should do when you see some of its symptoms. As outdoor temperatures rise to the 90s and triple digits, it could reach up to 170 degrees in your car.De Leon suggests implementing the following habits to prevent hot car tragedies:The National Safety Council recommends
that parents and caregivers stick to a routine and avoid distractions to reduce the risk of forgetting a child in a vehicle. The NSC also advises parents and caregivers: Place a purse, briefcase or even a left shoe in the back seat to force you to take one last look before walking away.There is no safe amount of time to leave a child in a vehicle, even if you are just running a quick errand, according to the NSC.
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