Hot cars can be a death zone for children in the CSRA this summer

Augusta, Ga. – When school leaves and hot weather starts, there is a hidden danger that the parents cannot afford: hot cars.

Experts say that in just 20 minutes the temperature in your car can climb more than 20 degrees hotter than outside for a child who can be fatal.

Young life is lost every year after they have been left in hot cars and the numbers are already increasing.

It was only this year that three children in the United States were lost due to deaths in connection with heat.

Experts warn that it does not take long, only a few minutes for the temperatures in a vehicle to become life -threatening.

“You know that a car can heat 20 degrees in 20 minutes, so this is a degree every minute. Before you know it, it can be dangerous for children,” said Jadan Santayo, a safe coordinator for children in Georgia.

Doctors say, signs of heattroke can appear quickly and know what to look for could save a life.

“You should always look for a child who does not speak correctly, shows neurological changes, extremely rinsed, sweated a lot or just go from it and no questions answered correctly,” said Dr. Michael Bosak.

Security experts remind the parents to act:

• Avoid leaving children in the car.
• Create memories.
• Take measures when you see a child in danger.

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