Multiple dogs have died in Indiana after the vehicle's air conditioning failed, causing some of the surviving dogs to bark in distress, according to recent reports.
This comes as Phoenix recorded intense heat in the region.
Parts of the United States reported oppressive heat conditions as summertime started. July was recorded as one of the hottest months, bringing record-breaking temperatures.
Nature World News (NWN) recently reported the widespread heat outlook in the Southwestern, Midwest and Northeast.
Furthermore, the NWS Weather Prediction Center advisory showed that over 100 million people in the United States are threatened by an oppressive index this week.
Dogs died inside a vehicle in Indiana
Dog. Multiple dogs in Indiana died after the truck air conditioning (AC) failed while stuck on a two-hour traffic. Meanwhile, Phoenix recorded scorching heat that could cause possible heat-related health risks.
According to CNN report and the Lake Station Department, multiple dogs died in a truck that was traveling to a K-9 training facility in Indiana.
The advisory said that vehicle suffered from two-hour traffic. The report noted that the air conditioning inside the truck failed, causing the temperatures to soar.
The vehicle's driver did not know that the vehicle's AC failed as the cargo was separated from the driver.
However, the distressed barking of the dogs inside the vehicle caught the driver's attention. Immediately, he checked the dogs' situation by stopping at a gas station in Lake Station, Indiana.
The driver removed the distressed animals in the crates and called 911 at the Lake Station Fire Department.
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Scorching heat in Phoenix
Recently, NWN and Reuters reported that some largest cacti in Phoenix, Arizona died and suffered from intense heat. The Saguaro cactus found it more challenging to deal with the hot weather in the region.
Furthermore, Phoenix recorded extreme temperatures in the region, reaching 110 F. The lack of rain made it difficult for residents.
Homeless people or anyone without cooling conditions could be at risk of the intense heat. People should look for cooler areas and check temperatures for heat stress and heat stroke.
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Protecting your pets from extreme heat
Pets and animals are no strangers to extreme heat. Similar to humans, they can suffer heat-related risks, including heat stress. As a result, animal owners should protect them from intense heat.
According to a report in The Humane Society of the United States, the summer season and extreme can also become difficult for pets.
Here are essential reminders to keep them safe from the hot weather.
- Homeowners should not leave their pets or animals unattended, especially inside a hot car. Leaving a vehicle without AC or ventilation can kill them.
- Pet owners should consider limiting any outdoor activities of their pets, as outside heat could be unbearable. Staying at home can make them safe.
- Homeowners should also provide enough water to their pets. They should bring them to areas with shades or cooler environments.
- Similar to humans, animals and pets can experience heat stroke.
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