Crime & Safety

'Relentless Heat Wave' Puts State Troopers on High Alert

Maryland State Police are keeping their eyes open for stranded motorists in the hot sun.

With temperatures expected to reach or even eclipse 100 degrees over the next 48 hours, Maryland State Police are on high alert to assist stranded motorists as soon as possible, according to a recent release.

The troopers will work alongside the State Highway Administration’s courtesy patrols and the Maryland Emergency Management Agency in an effort to counteract the dangers of “this relentless heat wave,” said Maryland State Police Superintendent Col. Terrence Sheridan.

The state police advised drivers to stay hydrated while driving and urged motorists to be prepared for the worst by always carrying water and a working cell phone. 

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The release also reminds citizens never to leave a child or pet in an unattended car, even for a few minutes.

Vehicles with a dark dashboard can get as hot as 200 degrees inside if it’s only 80 degrees outside, according to the National Weather Service. This makes it extremely dangerous to sit in a car on a day where temperatures hover around 100 degrees.

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As more and more families prepare for summer vacations, police also suggest avoiding long hours of traveling by doing some homework before departure. Checking traffic cameras and other real-time information at www.marylandroads.com can save drivers unnecessary delays, according to the release.


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