Dog Days Of AugustThe New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee notes that August is traditionally considered the height of the summer season. I urge parents and other caregivers to be aware of the risk of heatstroke and to take steps to prevent a needless tragedy. National StatisticsAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nationally, 31 children died in 2025 of heatstroke in vehicles. To learn more about heatstroke awareness and prevention, visit the New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee website. Get our free mobile appLOOK: The history behind all 63 national parks in the US The National Parks System manages 63 national parks.