City of Winston-Salem, NC

07/05/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/05/2022 07:03

Dangers of hot cars during the Summer

When the weather heats up, so can the inside of your car. The National Weather Service says the inside of a car can rise 20° warmer than the outside temperature in a matter of minutes. Local officials remind you to never leave a child unattended inside a locked vehicle. This is not only dangerous and potentially deadly, but you could also be charged by authorities.

Dangers of hot cars during the Summer