Roadside assistance have rescued more than 1,400 children or pets stuck in cars in the past year. Families are urged to take extra precautions this summer. 9News
NRMA has urged motorists not to leave kids or pets inadvertently locked in cars as the city finally experiences hot weather this summer, after a wet few months due toIn the last 12 months, NRMA Roadside assistance has rescued more than 1400 children or pets stuck in cars across NSW.NRMA road safety expert Dimitra Vlahomitros said most of these cases are accidental where a person's keys also get locked in the car.
"While we've had a reprieve from days over 40 degrees so far this summer in Sydney, it is illegal and dangerous to leave children inside a car at any time," Ms Vlahomitros said. Families are reminded to stay calm if the accident occurs as it can be distressing both for the child and for parents.It comes as Sydney has experienced a sudden heatwave this week recording temperatures above 30 degrees.Sydney has experienced a sudden heatwave over the weekend with people making the most of the warm temperatures.It is mostly sunny in Sydney today with a top of 29 degrees.
NSW residents are making the most of the suddenly hot weather by heading to the beach and rivers to enjoy some time in the sun.The past few months have been plagued by wet and cold weather due to the nation experiencing La Niña conditions.
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