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Beware of the heat wave: this is how dangerous a parked car is for children!
On August 14, 2025, Rostock warns of extreme temperatures. Greifswald remains exempt from the heat warning. Important tips for protecting children and animals in the car.
Beware of the heat wave: this is how dangerous a parked car is for children!
A sweltering heat wave is sweeping across Germany, and Rostock is not spared from the high temperatures. On Thursday, August 14th, the city will issue an official heat warning via its app, like this SVZ reported. The German Weather Service has announced temperatures of over 30 degrees in large parts of the country, a situation that can quickly become dangerous, especially for children and pets.
The dangers lurk especially in parked cars. Even if the outside temperature is 24 degrees, the inside temperature can rise to around 31 degrees within 10 minutes. After 30 minutes the temperature could even increase to 40 degrees. When the outside temperature is 30 degrees, it's up to 46 degrees after 30 minutes and a shocking 56 degrees after an hour. The Press portal points out that children and animals are more sensitive to heat, which can lead to critical health problems. Children have a larger skin surface area in relation to their weight, which means they can release heat more slowly, while animals, especially dogs, regulate their body temperature primarily by panting.
Tips for avoiding danger
The Automobil-Club Verkehr (ACV) gives practical tips on how to proceed in acute situations: Check the accessibility of the vehicle and try to find the person responsible. It can be vital to call 112 in an emergency. If the situation turns out to be critical, it is legal to break the car window to save the life of a child or pet. It should be noted that failure to provide assistance is a criminal offense and can result in severe penalties.
However, these high temperatures are not only dangerous for children and animals. They also affect drivers themselves and can lead to an increase in accidents. According to DGUV experts who have correlated accident data with weather data, heat can significantly impair physical condition and mental performance, which is dangerous when driving. Symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness and lack of concentration should not be underestimated DGUV reported.
Practical cooling methods in the car
There are some useful tips to counteract the heat in the car. Before boarding, the doors should be opened and ventilated. The air conditioner should not be aimed directly at the upper body to avoid health problems. An interior temperature between 22 and 25 degrees is optimal. Drinks like chilled tea and juice spritzers can help meet fluid needs while paying attention to your body's signals.
Overall, it is up to each individual to take responsibility and ensure that both children and animals are not in danger in this heat. The coming days require all of our attention and willingness to act. Remember, even a small moment of inattention can have fatal consequences!