Name: Tech made in NC works to stop hot car deaths
Uploaded: 7/31/2019 10:25:12 PM
Duration: 143
Description: An NC family came up with a solution called the "Beat the Heat Car Seat." It's an attachment for a car seat featuring a pressure pad, a heat sensor, and a digital display.

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