	{"id":124690,"date":"2025-12-17T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/?p=124690"},"modified":"2025-12-10T16:16:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T05:16:41","slug":"beware-of-locking-kids-or-pets-in-cars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/geelongtimes\/news\/beware-of-locking-kids-or-pets-in-cars\/","title":{"rendered":"Beware of locking kids or pets in cars"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>RACV says it has responded to more than 1,100 lockout emergencies across Victoria since January, and is urging drivers to keep their keys close and stay alert this summer.<\/p>\n<p>The Bureau of Meteorology&#8217;s long range forecast for December to February is predicting above-average temperatures for summer, and RACV is reminding parents, carers and pet owners that it is never safe to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.<\/p>\n<p>Cabin temperatures can rise rapidly, often exceeding 70C within minutes when the outside temperature is 30C, putting children and animals at immediate risk of heat stress, dehydration and heatstroke.<\/p>\n<p>According to Kidsafe Victoria, more than 5,000 children are rescued after being left unattended in a car every year across Australia.<\/p>\n<p>RACV general manager of automotive services, Makarla Cole, said many of the lockout cases attended by RACV patrols were avoidable.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Any call involving children or pets in danger is treated as top priority by RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance. RACV will respond as fast as possible, regardless of whether you&#8217;re a member or not.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Most incidents occur when keys are left in reach, handed to a child, or accidentally pressed by a pet. Simple precautions can prevent a dangerous and distressing situation.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;If the situation is life threatening, please call 000 immediately.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>As of November 30, RACV Emergency Roadside Assist has rescued 514 children and 595 animals from locked vehicles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RACV urges motorists travelling with children or pets to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Open windows before placing children or pets inside to prevent auto-locking<\/p>\n<p>Keep keys on their person using a clip or lanyard<\/p>\n<p>Avoid giving keys to children as a toy or distraction<\/p>\n<p>Minimise distractions when loading the car, and<\/p>\n<p>Always check the back seat before locking the vehicle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If a child or pet is accidentally locked in the car:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Stay calm, but act fast<\/p>\n<p>For life-threatening situations, phone Triple Zero (000) immediately, and<\/p>\n<p>Phone <a href=\"tel:13 11 11\">13 11 11<\/a> for RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance.<\/p>\n<p>The City of Greater Geelong is a supporter of Kidsafe Victoria.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/racv.com.au\/cars-transport\/road-safety\/child-safety.html\">racv.com.au\/cars-transport\/road-safety\/child-safety.html<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/kidsafevic.com.au\/road-safety\/hot-cars\">kidsafevic.com.au\/road-safety\/hot-cars<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RACV says it has responded to more than 1,100 lockout emergencies across Victoria since January, and is urging drivers to keep their keys close and stay alert this summer. 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