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VEHICULAR HEAT STROKE FACTS
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Heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related deaths in children under 15.
Heatstroke begins when the core body temperature reaches about 104 degrees.
A core body temperature of about 107 degrees is lethal.
In 2018 52 children died of vehicular heatstroke.
80% of a vehicles temperature increase happens in the first 10 minutes and can reach 125 degrees.
Children have died from heatstroke in cars in temps as low as 60 degrees.
Cracking a window and/or air conditioning does little to keep it cool once the car is turned off.
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VEHICULAR HEAT STROKE PREVENTION
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Open the backdoor of your vehicle to make sure the backseat is empty before locking (even if you think you are childless).
Keep a stuffed animal in the car seat. Move the stuffed animal to the front passenger seat as a reminder when your child is with you.
Put your phone, laptop, purse, left shoe or another essential item next to your child.
Teach you're kids that cars are not a place to play and always lock the doors to prevent access from curious children.
Ask your childcare provider to call if the child doesn't show up for care as expected.
If you see a child alone in a locked car, get them out immediately and call 911.
A child in distress due to heat should be removed from the vehicle as quickly as possible and rapidly cooled.
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
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PREVENTION TIPS
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