Bitter Cold Drives Stray Cats into Engines — Knock the Hood Before You Start
Creatrip Team
2 months ago
A severe cold snap in Korea, with Seoul lows forecast around -14°C (feels like -20°C), raises the risk of stray cats seeking warmth inside car engine compartments. Inspired by a scene from the popular drama “Crash Landing on You,” authorities and charities urge drivers to knock on the car hood before starting, slam doors, stomp feet, or honk briefly (avoid late-night disturbance) to encourage animals to leave. Such precautions can prevent harm to both cats and drivers and reduce traumatic accidents and repair requests that spike in December–January. The Ministry of Agriculture recommends these simple pre-start steps as part of annual winter safety campaigns.
