NC Highway Patrol warns motorists about leaving kids in cars

RALEIGH, NC (AP) — With daytime temperatures lingering in the 90s, The NC Highway Patrol is reminding motorists of the dangers associated with leaving children unattended inside a vehicle.

The patrol says 35 to 40 children across the country die each year from heat exposure in vehicles and July is historically the deadliest month for child fatalities.

To avoid a tragedy, the patrol has several suggestions, including a reminder to people never to leave a child alone in a car. The patrol also reminds motorists to lock the doors when the vehicle is parked to prevent children from playing inside.

Also, the patrol says if someone sees a child or a pet is left unattended in a vehicle, the person should call 911 immediately.

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