Heldinnen in the heat: passers -by save toddler from car!

Heldinnen in the heat: passers -by save toddler from car!

In Heidelberg-Wieblingen, a dramatic incident occurred late Saturday afternoon, which made the community listen to. A 24-year-old noticed a black Mini Cooper in the "Neckarhamm" street at 6:25 p.m. In the back seat there was an almost two -year -old toddler, completely alone and in an obviously stunned state. The outside temperatures exceeded 30 degrees, and the car was largely closed, with just a small roof window, which increased the heat into the inside enormously. The sun protection grille captured the unbearable heat, reports mrn news .

The attentive passerby acted quickly and spoke to a second woman to provide help. Together they removed the sun protection grille and released the toddler out of the car. Immediately they brought the frightened child into the shade and gave him to drink while waiting for the mother's return. This came to the vehicle around 6:46 p.m. without a hurry and showed little understanding of the dangerous situation. Due to the circumstances, the police filed a complaint for suspected violation of the duty of care.

Secure measures in an emergency

Such cases are unfortunately not uncommon. Experts emphasize that a few minutes can be life -threatening in an overheated car for small children. Morgenpost reports that about 40 children in the USA die over 50 percent of the children affected in the US The stress situation of your parents in the car will be forgotten. Stress, fatigue and unforeseen appointments often lead to such serious forgettes.

The health consequences of overheating can be dramatic: from dizziness and nausea to unconsciousness. At temperatures of 34 degrees Celsius, the interior temperature of a car increases to up to 50 degrees within 30 minutes, warn Auto Motor und Sport . In such cases, it is advised to act immediately and, if in doubt, even take the car plate to save the child, even if this is property damage. Anyone who provides first aid does not have to be liable for damage to the vehicle.

attentive witnesses wanted

The police Heidelberg-Süd now asks for help: the brave passerby who came to the aid is asked to report. The incident shows once again how important to be attentive and can be acted quickly in critical situations. Parental responsibility and sensitivity for which dangers can lurk in the car are crucial to secure the well -being of children.

The example from Heidelberg warns all of us to keep our eyes open and always be ready to help in emergencies. The safety of our youngest is in our hands.