Man in Herts arrested after dog found TRAPPED in car during record breaking heatwave
All windows and doors of the car were SHUT
STOCK IMAGE - DOG IN CAR
Author: Henry WinterPublished 18th Jul 2022 Last updated 18th Jul 2022
Police in Hertfordshire have arrested a man after a dog was found in a car with all the windows and doors shut - with temperatures nearing 40 celsius in our region.
The RSCPA has been notified and we're told the dog is having emergency treatment.
It follows a similar incident in Stevenage recently - and officers are reminding us NOT to leave pets in cars in this weather.
Hertfordshire Constabulary said: “Please be responsible. Dogs left alone in a car on a hot day can quickly become dehydrated, develop heatstroke or even die."
“Even if you park in the shade, leave a window open, leave out a bowl of water or put a sunshade on your window, the temperature can still rise to dangerous and fatal levels.”
Read our top tips on staying safe in the hot weather:
Look out for the vulnerable
Look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone are particularly at risk.
Man in Herts arrested after dog found TRAPPED in car during record breaking heatwave
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Check medicines
Check medicines can be stored according to the instructions on the packaging.
Look out for the vulnerable
Look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone are particularly at risk.
Close curtains
Stay cool indoors by closing curtains on rooms that face the sun – and remember that it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
Avoid excess alcohol
Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol.
Never leave children or pets in locked car
Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals.
Check equipment’s work properly
Check that fridges, freezers and fans are working properly.
Stay in doors at peak sun hours
Try to keep out of the sun between 11am to 3pm, when the UV rays are strongest.
Stay in shade
Walk in the shade, apply sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat, if you have to go out in the heat.
Take breaks
Avoid physical exertion in the hottest parts of the day.
Always have water
Make sure you take water with you if you are travelling.
Follow safety advice
Take care and make sure to follow local safety advice if you are going into the water to cool down.
Check medicines
Check medicines can be stored according to the instructions on the packaging.
Look out for the vulnerable
Look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone are particularly at risk.
Close curtains
Stay cool indoors by closing curtains on rooms that face the sun – and remember that it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
Avoid excess alcohol
Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol.
Never leave children or pets in locked car
Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals.
Check equipment’s work properly
Check that fridges, freezers and fans are working properly.
Stay in doors at peak sun hours
Try to keep out of the sun between 11am to 3pm, when the UV rays are strongest.
Stay in shade
Walk in the shade, apply sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat, if you have to go out in the heat.
Take breaks
Avoid physical exertion in the hottest parts of the day.
Always have water
Make sure you take water with you if you are travelling.
Follow safety advice
Take care and make sure to follow local safety advice if you are going into the water to cool down.
Check medicines
Check medicines can be stored according to the instructions on the packaging.
