Episode 32 - Look Again

The Decal Download Podcast's Episode 32, 'Look Again,' centers on Georgia's annual campaign to prevent pediatric vehicular heat stroke deaths by urging parents, caregivers, and educators to always check vehicle backseats before exiting their cars. Hosted by Reg Griffin and Commissioner Amy M. Jacobs, the episode features a panel of experts from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, the Governor's Office of Highway Safety, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The campaign, which began in 2011 after the tragic death of two-year-old Jasmine Green in Clayton County, emphasizes that even brief moments with a child left in a hot car can be fatal—temperatures inside vehicles can rise over 100°F in just five minutes. The team discusses enforcement rules, prevention strategies like placing a personal item in the backseat as a reminder, and the importance of community accountability. They also highlight a $30,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to fund public awareness ads, billboards, and emergency alert systems. The episode concludes with a powerful call to action: 'Look Again' is not just a slogan—it’s a life-saving habit. The hosts stress that no one is immune to distraction, and every person has a role in preventing these preventable tragedies.