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Parents arrested after 6 children left in hot car parked outside restaurant, police say
By KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
SALINA, Kan. (KWCH/Gray News) — A mother and father in Kansas are accused of leaving their six children in a hot car outside a restaurant Wednesday, which was one of the hottest days of the year so far for the area.The Salina Police Department said officers responded to a call at about 2 p.m. reg...
Key takeaway The Salina Police Department said officers responded to a call at about 2 p.
Why this matters in The Midland
The recent incident in Kansas where a couple left their six children in a hot car is a stark reminder of the dangers of heat-related illnesses in vehicles, a risk that is particularly pronounced in the scorching summers of the Permian Basin. As Midland residents know, temperatures can soar to extreme highs, putting vulnerable populations like children and pets at risk. The Salina Fire Department's warning that temperatures inside vehicles can reach deadly levels within minutes is especially relevant in our own community, where heat indexes often exceed 100 degrees during the summer months. Local parents and caregivers would do well to heed this warning and take necessary precautions to prevent such tragedies from occurring in our own city. By staying informed and taking proactive steps, we can help ensure the safety and well-being of our children and pets during the hot summer months in Midland.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? SALINA, Kan. (KWCH/Gray News) — A mother and father in Kansas are accused of leaving their six children in a hot car outside a restaurant Wednesday, which was one of the hottest days of the year so far for the area.The Salina Police Department said officers responded to a call at about 2 p.m. reg...
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