Never leave children and pets in hot vehicles
On warm days, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach up to 50 degrees Celsius; the SPCA says a pet can die from extreme heat in less than 20 minutes.
With temperatures rising across the region, OPP are reminding residents of the risks associated with leaving children and pets in vehicles.
According to police, temperatures inside a vehicle can become 20 degrees or warmer than temperatures outside within a matter of minutes.
Hot car interior
The temperature inside a car on an overcast day, 54C
The risk can pose serious health effects on children and pets due to their bodies not being able to regulate body temperature effectively.
Police say prevention measures are simple.
Never leave children or animals in the car even for a short period of time, always check the back seat before locking your car, and consider dog-friendly destinations or pet-sitting services if running errands.
OPP say if residents see children or pets alone in a hot car to call 911 immediately.
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