Melissa in the Morning: Hot Car Deaths

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Melissa in the Morning: Hot Car Deaths

Hot car deaths are the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related fatalities for kids 14 and under nationwide. That’s why NHTSA and the ad council continue pushing campaigns to help families avoid these tragedies. We spoke with NHTSA Highway Safety Specialist Laura Dunn.

For more information: NHTSA.gov/heatstroke

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