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Deputy rescues sweating toddler in hot car with temperatures above 90 degrees outside
By Amanda Alvarado at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· 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 The Nashville
While this incident occurred in Clark County, Washington, it's a stark reminder of the dangers of heatstroke in vehicles that can happen anywhere, including Nashville . With summer temperatures often soaring above 90 degrees in the city, the risk of a child or pet being left in a hot car is a concern for local residents. The fact that a parked car can become dangerously hot within minutes, even with a window cracked, is a crucial warning for parents and caregivers in Nashville to heed. As the city's residents go about their daily activities, including shopping and running errands, it's essential to be mindful of the potential risks of leaving a child unattended in a vehicle. The Clark County Sheriff's Office's advice to call 911 immediately if someone sees a child or pet alone in a vehicle and believes they are in distress is equally relevant in Nashville, where community vigilance can help prevent such tragedies from occurring.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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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