Things not to leave in the car on sunny days

According to some studies, if the outdoor temperature is around 35 degrees Celsius, then within 20 minutes, the corresponding temperature in the car cabin can reach 50 degrees Celsius (when the air conditioner is not on).

After 40 minutes, the cabin temperature can reach 60 - 70 degrees Celsius, which can accidentally become a harmful agent. To limit unwanted incidents, car owners should note the following items that should not be left in the car on hot days as well as the following car parking locations:

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Types of sprayers

Aerosols such as perfumes, mineral sprays, deodorants, hair gels, etc. are all compressed and therefore become extremely dangerous when exposed to high temperatures. The propellant inside aerosols is highly flammable and when the can shell is heated, the internal pressure increases, which can cause the can to explode/break, releasing flammable propellants, which can lead to a fire if near a spark.

Lighter

Lighters can explode if the temperature in the car is too high. Illustration: KT

We may think that lighters are harmless when not in use, but under certain conditions, they can become dangerous sources of fire. On hot summer days, the rapid increase in temperature inside the car can cause the liquid inside the lighter to expand, leading to the rupture of the container, causing a leak of flammable substances, and even an explosion.

Fire extinguisher

This is a really necessary item in the car, but if left inside the car with the doors closed under the sun, there is a risk of explosion, which can cause injury. In fact, there have been some recorded cases of fire extinguishers exploding when left in cars under high temperatures, causing concern for users.

Home electronics

Devices such as computers, tablets, phones and power banks, etc. are all made of metal, which conducts heat quickly. High temperatures will cause electronic circuits and resistors to heat up abnormally, thereby reducing their lifespan or, worse, causing them to break down immediately.

Additionally, these devices contain lithium-ion batteries that are very sensitive to temperature. When exposed to high temperatures for a long time, such as in a closed car parked in the sun, the battery can melt, leading to the risk of fire or explosion.

In hot weather, leaving electronic devices such as power banks in the car can also cause unpredictable consequences.

Water bottles and glasses can also cause car fires.

In the hot summer, almost everyone has at least one bottle of purified water or mineral water in their car to cool down when they have to travel for a long time. And the place where drivers often put the water bottle is the umbrella between the two front seats, because it is convenient. This seemingly harmless habit, in fact, poses a great safety risk.

Plastic or glass bottles are usually designed in a cylindrical shape, containing water inside, forming a convex lens. When sunlight shines on them, the converging lens role of the water bottle will "come into play".

If the exposure time is long enough and the sunlight is strong enough, the rays converge at a single point and can burn interior surfaces such as upholstery or carpets, which can even cause a car fire. The risk to eyeglasses is similar.

The general solution for the above cases if you have to leave them in the car is to put flammable items in bags, bags, or backpacks, and keep them in places that are not exposed to direct sunlight from the windows. If it is not really necessary, do not leave them in the car, leave them at home to ensure safety.

When it is sunny, try to find a place with a roof or shade to park your car. In case you have to park your car in the sun, protect your car from the heat by using sunshades that are easy to find and cost only a few tens to a few hundred thousand dong.

Food, medicine

Some car owners have the habit of bringing food into the car, however, with hot weather, many types of food are easily damaged, spoiled or even degraded after a short time in the car. This will unintentionally cause your car to smell. Therefore, car owners need to limit this.

Along with food, medicine is also something that we should limit leaving in the car on hot days because it is often recommended to keep medicine in dry, cool places, away from direct sunlight or in an environment with a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius is best... Therefore, leaving medicine in the car on hot days will cause the medicine to lose its effectiveness or even be harmful./.