Warning heat! This is how you protect children and animals in the car!

Warning heat! This is how you protect children and animals in the car!

In summer, the temperatures often reach alarming heights, which not only affects people's well -being, but also endanger the safety of children and animals in cars. According to the ÖAMTC The temperature in the interior of a vehicle can increase to up to 60 degrees at outside temperatures from over 30 degrees within a short time. This is particularly critical because returnees in the car often find dramatic temperature differences.

ÖAMTC transport psychologist Marion Seidenberger warns urgently of the dangers that emerge from vehicles parked in the sun. A small gap of open windows hardly brings any relief, and even sun protection panels or the air conditioning only help a limited extent to the heat. The heat protection glazing can only reduce the temperature in the interior by a few degrees, and therefore it is crucial to take preventive measures.

Tips for heat prevention

In order to avoid overheating cars, it is advisable to cover seating areas with light towels or blankets. The air conditioning system remains the most effective means of cooling, but should be used in an environmentally conscious way. Passers -by who have been left behind in overheated vehicles are encouraged to find the vehicle owners or to contact the police under emergency call 133. The emergency aid number 120 is available for ÖAMTC members to provide immediate help.

Studies from 2018 showed extremely high temperatures: values ​​of up to 80 degrees were measured on seating areas and dashboards. The air temperature at head height was around 60 degrees, while the trunk reached temperature values ​​around 50 degrees. Therefore, electronic devices, purchases and medication should not be stored in hot cars. To maintain health it is recommended to absorb at least 1.5 liters of liquid per day, and on hot days the need increases up to 3 liters.

Security and prevention

In addition, regular breaks outdoors and shadows are important to avoid fatigue and stay fit. Before the summer, air conditioning in the vehicle should also be checked to ensure that it works efficiently. In emergencies, it could even be necessary to take a car plate to help trapped people or animals.

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