Preventing hot car deaths as we approach summer

Did you know that on average, 37 children die each year in this country as a result of heat stroke related to being in a hot car?

Consumer Reports warns that this is a year-round concern. It’s even more of a concern now that the weather in Los Angeles and Southern California is getting warmer as we approach summer.

This week, I myself experienced how hot a car can get while parked in the sun. The photo attached to this article is a screenshot from my Tesla app. While the weather was only 87 degrees outside, the interior of my car reached a scorching 154 degrees.

Please accept this public service announcement: Always check the back seat for toddlers or children before leaving your car. The same goes for pets. Unless you drive a Tesla that has dog mode, do not leave your pets in the car.

Enjoy the warmer SoCal weather, and be safe!

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