Is It Dangerous to Store Alcohol in the Car Trunk During Summer?
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Storing alcohol in the car trunk during summer is dangerous. Rising temperature inside the car: In summer, the temperature inside a car trunk under direct sunlight can reach up to 60 degrees Celsius. However, alcoholic beverages require relatively lower storage temperatures. For instance, wine should be stored at around 5-20 degrees Celsius, liquor below 35 degrees Celsius, and beer is best kept at 5-25 degrees Celsius. If alcohol is stored in the trunk for an extended period, chemical reactions may occur, leading to spoilage, which significantly affects both taste and quality. Gaps in the bottle opening can cause explosions: If there are gaps in the bottle opening, the alcohol inside can interact with external air, causing the alcohol to evaporate and increasing the internal pressure of the bottle. This situation can potentially lead to spontaneous combustion or even explosion of the alcohol while the car is in motion.