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Prevent Child Heatstroke in Cars | Birmingham News
A car can become a deadly oven in minutes—reaching 100 degrees in 20 minutes, 124 in 30. Every year, 37 children die from heatstroke after being left in vehicles. Children’s of Alabama, partnering with state and federal agencies, is rallying parents to adopt simple, life-saving habits: always check the back seat before locking doors, use a toy or backpack as a visual cue, and store keys out of reach at home. It’s not about blame—it’s about prevention, because even the most careful parents can get distracted. One quick stop can turn into a dangerous delay. These small steps could save a life…
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