Drivers in England Should Put a Light Towel in Their Car

Drivers have been told to keep a special item in their car because it will be very hot. The weather forecast says it will be 33C in some areas. It will be hot until Tuesday and then get a bit cooler. The Met Office says it will be like a heatwave during the bank holiday weekend.
The good weather is nice for many people, but drivers need to be careful. Graham Conway from Select Car Leasing says drivers should be aware of hidden dangers in their cars and keep one thing with them to reduce risks.
He said seat belts can be a problem during a heatwave. The metal parts can get very hot and hurt people, especially children and pets.
The metal parts can cause serious burns, especially to children who may not know about the danger. Mr Conway says people should keep a cloth or towel in their car to put over the seatbelt buckle to prevent burns.
Mr Conway advises people to cover the metal parts with light-colored material and keep them out of the sun. He also says people should let their car cool down before getting in by opening the doors and using the air conditioning.
The metal parts can hurt people in hot weather.
Driving on a very hot day can feel like getting into a very hot room. Cars can get very hot when sunlight comes through the windows.
The heat is trapped inside the car by the dark seats and dashboard, making it uncomfortable and even dangerous.
Mr Conway says reflective window covers can help keep the car cool. It's a good idea to get covers if you have leather seats that can get very hot.
Drivers may want to turn the steering wheel around when they get out of the car so the top part is not in the sun.
If you're driving with children or pets, try to keep your trips short and stop for fresh air and water. Never leave a child or animal in a hot car.
If you get a burn, act quickly to minimize the damage. Cool the burn with cool water, and then put a clean dressing on it. If you're driving, you can use bottled water to cool the burn.
Cover the burn with a clean cloth or dressing. The NHS website has information on treating burns and when to see a doctor.
Cover the burn with a clean cloth and get medical help if needed.