If the car gets locked, breathing will become difficult due to this gas, know how drivers can avoid it

Trapped in Car:  A very painful incident has come to light from Amreli district of Gujarat, in which four children of the same family died due to suffocation in the car. The incident happened when the children got locked in the car while playing, after which they died due to suffocation. This incident is like a warning. Actually, this happens many times when you or your children lock themselves in the car. Due to the windows and doors being closed, the flow of oxygen stops which causes suffocation. 

If the car gets locked, breathing will become difficult due to this gas, know how drivers can avoid it

This gas causes suffocation when you are locked in a car  

If you stay in a closed car for a long time, the level of carbon dioxide (CO₂) increases in it, which can lead to a suffocation-like situation. This situation arises when there is no airflow in the car and there is a lack of oxygen. Especially if the car remains closed for a long time and people are present inside, the level of CO₂ inside can increase rapidly due to breathing, which reduces the amount of oxygen. The result is that the people present inside may have problems like suffocation and dizziness. If one stays in this condition for a long time, then the people present inside may die due to suffocation.

What to do if you are locked in your car 

Try opening the car window: If it's possible to open the window, open it slightly to allow air to flow. Some cars have manual window rollers, which can be opened without electronics.

Honk the horn or turn the lights on and off: If the car is parked in a place where people are around, attract attention by honk the horn repeatedly or turn the headlights/flashlights on and off. This can help people nearby to help you.

Use a break glass tool: There are some emergency tools that can easily break the glass of a car. If you have such a tool, then use it. Keep in mind that try to break the glass from the corner, as these parts are weak.

Do not leave children alone: Never leave children alone in a closed car. This can put their safety at risk.

Ways to avoid increasing CO₂ inside the car:

Ventilate the car from time to time: If the car has to be kept closed for a long time, then open the doors or windows for a short while in between so that fresh air can come in.

Don't stay in a closed car for long periods of time: If it is necessary to stay in the car for a long time, maintain airflow and keep the windows slightly open.

Get out immediately if you feel difficulty breathing: If you feel suffocated or have difficulty breathing in a closed car, get out immediately and go to fresh air.

Especially don't leave children in a closed car: Children have sensitive respiratory systems, and can be easily affected by rising CO₂ levels.

Use CO₂ and CO detectors: Some devices measure CO₂ and CO levels in the car and alert you if there is a danger. These can be used to determine the air quality inside the car.

Increasing CO₂ levels can cause suffocation and other health problems. By taking these precautions, you can protect yourself and your family from such dangerous situations.