They say the interior of a vehicle can quickly become 20 degrees hotter than the outside temperature, even with windows slightly open.
The Ontario Provincial Police are reminding residents that heat can become deadly in parked vehicles in a matter of minutes as temperatures rise across the province.
Police say even on mild days, the interior of a vehicle can quickly become 20 degrees hotter than the outside temperature, even with windows slightly open. Children and pets are particularly vulnerable to heatstroke, brain injury, or death due to their limited ability to regulate body temperature.
Officials stress that prevention is simple—never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even for a short time.
The OPP is urging the public to act immediately and call 911 if they see a child or animal alone inside a hot vehicle, noting that quick action can save lives.
Story by Tim Baltz
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