Is It Safe to Leave Bottled Water in the Car During Summer?
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Leaving bottled water in the car during summer is not safe. Although the plastic bottle itself does not burn, it can refract sunlight, creating a focusing effect that can easily ignite flammable items inside the car. Therefore, it is best not to leave bottled water in the car during summer. Below are items that should not be left in the car during summer: 1. Lighters: Many people smoke, and smoking while driving is common. Lighters are a frequently used item, and some careless drivers may toss them aside after lighting a cigarette, thinking they are safe if placed out of direct sunlight. However, prolonged exposure to rising temperatures inside the car can cause the gas inside the lighter to expand and explode. 2. Power banks and batteries: Cars often sit in the sun during summer, and the enclosed interior can reach temperatures far exceeding the heat tolerance of lithium batteries inside power banks. This can lead to the battery cells being ruined or, in severe cases, causing explosions or fires with unimaginable consequences. 3. Perfume: Many people enjoy using car perfumes and place them on the dashboard near the windshield, which is directly exposed to sunlight. Perfume bottles can explode under prolonged high temperatures and sunlight. Additionally, one of the main ingredients in perfume is alcohol, which is flammable and can contribute to car fires.
