The Florida Vehicular Heatstroke Task Force is a dedicated coalition of public safety officials, medical professionals, educators, companies and community advocates working to prevent heatstroke deaths in vehicles.
Our mission:
To raise awareness and provide education to eliminate vehicular heatstroke incidents and fatalities throughout the State of Florida.
Join Us! If you have a passion for the prevention of vehicular heatstroke, we would love to work with you!
Coming Soon - Resources and Toolkits for Prevention
These general resources are availble to anyone wanting educate others and prevent future vehicular heatstroke deaths.
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Children in Hot Cars – 10-Minute E-Learning Course
Every year, children suffer fatal heatstroke after being left in hot cars—an entirely preventable tragedy. Whether it’s a change in routine, a moment of distraction, or an assumption that a quick stop is safe, the risk is real. This short, engaging, and interactive 10-minute e-learning course is designed to raise awareness and equip individuals with the knowledge to prevent these heartbreaking incidents.
Flexible Enrollment: Learn as an Individual or Train as a Group
- Individuals can easily enroll and complete the course at their own pace.
- Organizations, schools, and businesses can set up group training, allowing a designated administrator to track participant progress and ensure completion. Group Delivery of Courses Request Form
National Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke Resources
Learn more about vehicular heatstroke from national resources. Learn how these deaths occur and what you can do to prevent injuries and deaths.
Florida Heatstroke Task Force Membership
Meet the team and know their “WHYs”
Patti Liedy
My Why:
Because it can happen to anyone.
Amy Artuso
My Why:
There are no safe time periods to leave children(or pets) unattended in vehicles.
Danielle Kessenger
My Why:
Education and Empathy saves lives
Task Force Meeting Minutes & Recordings
Florida Vehicular Heatstroke Resources
Visit the Florida Occupant Protection Resource Center for resources on safe transportation.
Florida Hot Car Death Prevention Month – April
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Calendar of Events
What: Hot Car Safety News Conference and Mock Rescue
Who is Hosting: Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Where: Florida Historic Capitol – 400 South Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32399
When: April 10, 2025 – Time: 11:00 AM Eastern
Who can come: Everyone is invited to learn about vehicular heatstroke. Attendees will see a mock demonstration of a doll rescue from a vehicle. Media presence will be on site.
What: Children’s Day at the Capital
Where: Florida State Capitol, 400 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL
When: April 15, 2025 – 2:00PM Eastern
All invited to attend. Statewide press conference and engaging activities for all attendees.
What: KIDSFEST
Where: 1001 S Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL 32301 – Cascades Park
When: April 26, 2025 10:00AM-2:0PM – Cascades Park
Register Your Event
If you are planning an activity or event related to pediatric vehicular heatstroke, register your event here to be publicized on this website.
Florida Vehicular Heatstroke Task Force Activity/Event Registration