Danger! Don’t leave children or pets in hot vehicles
They are vulnerable and can become dehydrated quickly.
As temperatures in specific parts of the country soar, the Automobile Association (AA) warns motorists not to leave children or pets in vehicles, even for short periods of time.
Road users are also urged to be careful in wet weather which may follow scorching heat in some parts.
“Temperatures in cars can climb very rapidly, and even if a window is cracked slightly open, the inside temperature will exceed outside temperatures by several degrees. Children and pets who are left in cars are vulnerable and can become dehydrated quickly,” says the AA.
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The association says people must consider either leaving children or pets at home, or dropping them off before running other errands. It says the consequences of leaving children and pets in hot, badly ventilated cars is extremely dangerous and must be avoided.
“In addition, these hot summer days may be followed by heavy downpours, and may, in some cases, even lead to floods. For this reason all road users must ensure they drive, walk or cycle safely across bridges and main roads,” the AA urges.
** Article supplied by the Automobile Association of South Africa
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