Since the beginning of 2013, the state Department of Children and Families says seven children in Florida have died after being left in hot cars. According to San Francisco State University’s Department of Geosciences, at least 18 heat stroke deaths have been reported in children left in a car so far this year alone.
As July 31st marks National Heatstroke Prevention Day, we’ll explore campaigns to end the practice, efforts to help parents understand it can happen to anyone and helpful prevention tips. We’ll also hear from one Southwest Florida man whose daughter died after being left in a car, and his efforts to prevent other families from experiencing that tragedy.
Guests:
Sally Kreuscher, Child Advocacy Program and Safe Kids Coordinator, Golisano Children's Hospital of SW Florida
Reggie McKinnon, volunteer, Safe Kids WorldWide
Melanie Payne, Consumer Watchdog “Tel Mel” columnist, News-Press
Are you interested in learning about ways to help children stay safe in vehicles? For more information:
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