Perfumes and sunscreen... a list of things that should not be left in a car
ArabiaWeather - Some people often find it easy to leave their daily items in the car to ensure that they are easy to find when needed, without realizing the great risks that could result from this.
Experts highlight the items that should not be left in the car, and the great risks of leaving children or pets inside, especially in light of high temperatures.
Experts warn against these wrong actions because they may cause catastrophic damage to the car and those in and around it.
In this context, a clip spread on social media showing a G-Class car completely burning due to a perfume bottle
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Video | A G-Class car was completely burned due to a perfume bottle
To raise awareness of the most important things that should not be left inside the car, we include in this article a detailed list of these items and the warnings related to them.
List of things not to leave in a car
To ensure your safety and avoid possible damage, it is recommended that you do not leave the following items inside the car:
- Perfume bottles
Most perfumes contain a high percentage of alcohol, which is a flammable substance. Leaving perfume bottles in the car in the hot sun can cause the alcohol to evaporate and increase the risk of it igniting, which could cause a fire.
- Sun cream
The effect of high heat can deteriorate sunscreen, causing it to lose its effectiveness; Using damaged sunscreen can harm your skin.
- Hand sanitizer and moisturizer
Hand sanitizers contain a large percentage of alcohol, which can evaporate and cause the product to spoil or even explode under extreme heat.
- Batteries
Materials and components in batteries can explode when exposed to heat and pressure. Leaving batteries in the car may lead to poor performance or explosion.
- Gas cans, tubes and other fuels
These materials can cause great dangers if they leak into the car and should not be left in the car, especially during high temperatures, to avoid any explosion or fire accidents.
- Cigarette lighter
Although they contain a small percentage of gas, cigarette lighters can cause large fires and the high heat can cause the gas to leak or the lighters to explode.
- Water bottles
Plastics decompose under heat stress, which can affect water quality and your health. Also, metal beverage cans can explode under heat stress.
Extra items do not leave in the car
- Medical medications
Medicines can degrade under high temperatures, reducing their effectiveness or making them harmful.
- Handbags, wallets, cell phones, and important documents
Leaving these items in the car can make it vulnerable to theft.
- makeup
They may be damaged or melted under intense sunlight and heat.
- Foods and foods
It can deteriorate as a result of exposure to sunlight and not keeping it in a cool and humid place.
See also:
Tips to rationalize electricity consumption in the summer
Tips to protect the electric car in hot weather
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