Not much time to spare if a child is left unattended in hot car Gene Marrano September 2, 2014 1 min read Jan Null, meteorologist/consultant There’s not much time to spare if a small child is left unattended in a hot car – as happened on Sunday in Roanoke with fatal consequences. Cracking a window open a few inches doesn’t make much difference. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Traffic pattern change for I-581 and Elm Avenue interchange projectNext: McDonnells’ corruption case goes to jury Related Stories 1 min read A Celebration of Recovery fundraiser for a safe space where people grappling with substance abuse issues can drop in to get help Gene Marrano October 20, 2025 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025