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Deputy rescues sweating toddler in hot car with temperatures above 90 degrees outside
By Amanda Alvarado at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
CLARK COUNTY, Wash. (Gray News) - A sheriff’s deputy rescued a toddler who was left in a hot car while temperatures outside were over 90 degrees.According to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Hulsey responded to a 911 call after witnesses reported a small child was alone in a parked vehic...
Key takeaway According to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Hulsey responded to a 911 call after witnesses reported a small child was alone in a parked vehicle.
Why this matters in Laredo News
In Laredo , where summer temperatures often soar above 100 degrees, the risk of vehicular heatstroke is a pressing concern. The recent rescue of a toddler in a hot car in Clark County, Washington, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles. While this incident occurred outside of our community, it highlights the importance of vigilance in our own city, where temperatures can quickly become deadly. As Laredoans, we must be mindful of the risks associated with hot cars and take immediate action if we suspect a child or pet is in distress. By calling 911, we can help prevent tragedies and ensure the safety of our community's most vulnerable members. The Clark County Sheriff's Office's warning that a parked car can become dangerously hot within minutes, even with a window cracked, is a crucial reminder for all of us to stay alert and take action to prevent heatstroke deaths in our own city.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? CLARK COUNTY, Wash. (Gray News) - A sheriff’s deputy rescued a toddler who was left in a hot car while temperatures outside were over 90 degrees.According to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Hulsey responded to a 911 call after witnesses reported a small child was alone in a parked vehic...
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