The Hidden Danger of Water Bottles in Cars
Firefighters across the country are warning against leaving water bottles in your car, especially on sunny days. Though it seems harmless, this common habit can actually pose a serious fire hazard.
How Water Bottles Become a Fire Hazard
A plastic water bottle can act like a lens. When sunlight passes through it, the light converges at a single point—similar to how a magnifying glass works. If this concentrated light hits a flammable surface inside the car, it can generate enough heat to ignite a fire.
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The Hidden Danger of Water Bottles in Cars
Firefighters across the country are warning against leaving water bottles in your car, especially on sunny days. Though it seems harmless, this common habit can actually pose a serious fire hazard.
How Water Bottles Become a Fire Hazard
A plastic water bottle can act like a lens. When sunlight passes through it, the light converges at a single point—similar to how a magnifying glass works. If this concentrated light hits a flammable surface inside the car, it can generate enough heat to ignite a fire.
Case Studies and Real-Life Incidents
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Firefighters across the country are warning against leaving water bottles in your car, especially on sunny days. Though it seems harmless, this common habit can actually pose a serious fire hazard.
A plastic water bottle can act like a lens. When sunlight passes through it, the light converges at a single point—similar to how a magnifying glass works. If this concentrated light hits a flammable surface inside the car, it can generate enough heat to ignite a fire.
