Animal organization warns about cats under cars: "A few taps on the hood can make the difference between life and death"

The animal organization vzw Poezenpootjes from Geetbets urges drivers to check their vehicles before departure as cats seek warmth under cars during colder temperatures. This warning follows an incident where a kitten got trapped in a car and did not survive. Emily Preud'homme discovered a kitten stuck in her vehicle and called for help, but despite efforts, the kitten had severe injuries and died. Kristien Debruyn from the organization emphasizes that cats often hide in cars for warmth, especially as temperatures drop. Drivers are advised to knock on the hood and check around the vehicle to prevent animal suffering. This caution also applies to electric cars, which are quieter and may not alert cats when starting.