Authorities Warn After Fatal Hot Car Dog Incidents

Authorities across multiple states are warning against leaving pets in hot vehicles after several serious incidents. In Brighton, Colorado, one dog died and another needed veterinary care after being left in a car where temperatures soared to 136 degrees, highlighting the fatal risks involved. In Boise, Idaho, animal control officers rescued a dog from a vehicle with a recorded temperature of 142 degrees, thanks to a timely report from a bystander; the dog survived. Officials stress that cracked windows do not provide sufficient protection, and urge the public to immediately report any suspected cases of animal endangerment. Good Samaritans are credited with saving pets' lives, and authorities plan to increase enforcement and issue citations to negligent pet owners throughout the summer and fall.