Twenty-one children have died from heatstroke in the U.S. after being left in cars so far this year.
Washington Police Officer Ron See encourages parents and caregivers to always double-check the backseats of their vehicles when they put it in park and turn it off. He says even with the windows rolled down it is too hot to leave someone in a vehicle that isn’t running. According to San Francisco State University, in 10 minutes a car’s interior temperature can rise by as much as 19 degrees. And after 20 minutes it can increase by nearly 30 degrees from what the temperature is outdoors. Call 911 immediately if you see a child in an unattended vehicle.
Temperatures are expected to rise as the week goes on, with high temperatures in the mid-90s and heat index readings of 105 degrees. Listen to KCII for weather updates.