Advocates are urging for improved safety technology to prevent children from dying in hot cars, following the tragic deaths of two children, including a 3-month-old baby, last month due to being left in hot back seats. Since 1990, 21 children in Illinois alone have lost their lives in hot cars, highlighting the urgent need for better preventative measures.
The advocacy for improved safety technology is a vital step towards addressing this issue and protecting vulnerable children from harm. With the increasing number of deaths of children in hot cars, it is crucial for parents to be aware of the dangers and take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of their children. By raising awareness about the risks of leaving children unattended in vehicles, advocates hope to encourage parents to be more vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent such incidents from occurring.
CBS News national consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi explores the efforts being made to develop advanced technology that can help avoid these heartbreaking incidents. In order to prevent further tragedies and save lives, it is essential for advancements to be made in safety technology that can alert parents and caregivers if a child is left in a hot car. The development of innovative safety measures can play a crucial role in reducing the number of child deaths in hot cars and ensuring the well-being of children in vulnerable situations.
Advocates are pushing for legislation that requires automakers to install sensors that can detect when a child is left behind in a vehicle’s back seat. These sensors would then alert drivers with an audible or visual warning if they try to drive away without picking up their child.
One company has already developed such sensors called SmartSeat Alert System which automatically alerts drivers if a child is left behind on long trips or even if they forget their phone at home.
With these new technologies being developed, it is hoped that soon we will see an end to these tragic accidents involving young children who have been left unattended in hot vehicles.
It is important for all parents and caregivers who transport children by car or van should always make sure they are safe by checking them before leaving any place or destination. They should also keep an eye on their little ones while driving as well as teaching them basic road rules so they understand how important it is not just themselves but others around them too.