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During our heatwave, experts warn of the dangers of leaving your child in a hot car

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Eleven kids have died because of heatstroke this year across the country, according to the National Safety Council. Heatstroke usually happens when kids are left in unattended cars while their parents run a quick errand. They can also be left in hot cars unintentionally if parents forget about them. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says a…

NDDoH reminds parents of the dangers of leaving children in hot cars

FARGO, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health is reminding parents and caregivers to be mindful about leaving children in hot cars. According to the NDDoH heatstroke is the number one vehicle-related killer of children in the United States. Young children are especially susceptible to heatstroke as their bodies heat up three to five times faster than adults. Dawn Mayer, NDDoH…