With the new software, the Ford (F) Police Utility -- a version of the Ford Explorer SUV -- can use its engine along with the cabin ventilation system to raise interior temperatures to 133 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes. That's hot enough and long enough to kill more than 99% of disease causing germs in the vehicle, including the coronavirus, according to Ford. [More]Ostensible safeguards notwithstanding, I'm waiting for the first report of a K9 baked in the car while Officer Horny takes a break.
[Via Steve T]
K9? You know somebody is going to "accidentally" bake a handcuffed minority perp...
ReplyDeleteYeah, baking a dog would be bad enough, but I'm waiting for the first time they "accidentally" bake a person.
ReplyDelete"In accordance with his training and with department protocols, the officer applied an enhanced compliance technique...."
ReplyDeleteIn Mississippi you don't need an engine and heater for that - you just need the 15 minutes.
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