Sheriff: Kansas toddler who died from heat was found in car
UPDATE (KSNW) — The Cowley County Sheriff’s Office has
released more information about the two-year-old boy who died
from heat Tuesday.
In a news release, Sheriff David
Falletti says the incident happened in southern Cowley County.
Investigators say the mother put the child down for a nap. The
sheriff says the boy woke up, unlocked the home’s front door,
and got into the family vehicle.
Investigators say the
mother found her son unconscious and unresponsive. Life-saving
steps were taken, and he was transported to a hospital, but it
was too late to save him.
According to the sheriff’s
office, a preliminary finding at autopsy determined the toddler
died due to extreme heat exposure.
The sheriff says the
investigation is over. He says this is a tragic death for the
community and his prayers and condolences go out to the family.
COWLEY COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) – The Cowley County Sheriff’s
Office said a 2-year-old child likely died due to heat.
On Tuesday, at approximately 6:07 p.m., medical personnel and
Cowley County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a
rural home in the southern part of the county.
The
sheriff’s office said early indications show the child died due
to heat. Officials have not released details of how the child or
where the child was found.
The sheriff’s office said it
is under investigation, and it appears there is no foul play
involved.
Most of Kansas has been under a heat advisory
this week. It has medical professionals reminding parents to
keep an eye on their kids. Sedgwick County EMS Captain Cole
Mitchell said to make sure they don’t go exploring, especially
into confined spaces.
“Just making sure that they’re not
getting themselves in a position that they cant get themselves
out of, it’s similar to being in a hot car, that turns
unfortunate very quickly, especially on a hot, humid day,” said
Mitchell.
Mitchell said heat exhaustion, watch for cool
skin, any cramping, or kids feeling run down. Also, if there is
any vomiting and decreased level of consciousness, call 911.
He also said to be sure the kids don’t drink too many sugary
drinks and to have them start drinking water early in the
morning.
“We get a lot of humidity in the Midwest. The
humidity plays into a factor it’s going to pull more out of
you,” said Mitchell.