Dangers of leaving children unattended in or around vehicles Hyperthermia or heat stroke, resulting in brain damage Emotional Trauma Trunk Entrapment Carbon monoxide poisoning Runaway vehicle resulting in property damage and injuries Self-release from car seats resulting in harm Abduction from vehicle Carjacking while in vehicle Death of child and/or others Irreparable damage to family and friends of children involved in these kinds of accidents
What To Do Never leave children alone in or around vehicles. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition Never leave children in a vehicle with the motor running Keep car keys away from children Never leave keys in cars Keep car doors locked when the vehicle is unattended Teach children car safety; cars are not toys or playgrounds Teach parents that cars are not babysitters Call 911 when you observe children alone in a vehicle Learn the Law Educate others about this problem Talk with parents, teachers, and others about protecting children Publish articles in newsletters (Parent organization, PTA, local newspaper
How can I do something? This program originated in the state of New Jersey. Two non-profit organizations in Southern California have now taken this cause to the West coast.
