Never leave these items in your car

The rainy season brings relief from the heat but it can also damage your car and the items kept inside it.

Moisture rising humidity changing temperatures and water leaks can ruin electronics important documents and other valuable belongings.

Some items can even become safety risks if left in the car.

Here are some things you should never leave inside your vehicle during the rainy season.

•Electronics can be damaged

Laptops smartphones tablets cameras power banks portable speakers flashlights and wireless earbuds can all be affected by heat and moisture.

High humidity inside a parked car may damage their batteries and internal parts reducing their performance or making them stop working.

•Keep important documents safe

Avoid leaving passports insurance papers educational certificates property documents or other important papers in your car.

Moisture can cause paper to become damp, grow mold or become unreadable.

•Medicines may lose their effect

Some medicines including insulin inhalers and liquid medicines need to be stored at the right temperature.

Leaving them inside a hot or humid car may reduce their effectiveness and could put your health at risk.

•Leather items and wet umbrellas can cause problems

Leather wallets belts shoes and bags can absorb moisture develop bad smells and become permanently damaged.

A wet umbrella left inside the car can also increase humidity leading to mold and unpleasant odors.

•Wet clothes and gym bags can smell

Damp clothes or used gym bags left inside a vehicle can become a breeding ground for bacteria and mold.

This can leave your car with a strong unpleasant smell.

•Valuable items can attract thieves

Never leave mobile phones, laptops handbags jewelry or other expensive items in plain sight.

Besides the risk of weather damage visible valuables can make your car a target for theft.

•Simple ways to protect your car

Keep your car clean and dry during the rainy season.  Remove wet items as soon as possible use moisture absorbing packs such as silica gel inside the vehicle and keep the windows fully closed during rain.

Regularly dry the floor mats and air out the car whenever the weather is clear.

•A quick check can prevent big losses

Before locking your car take a few seconds to check the inside.

This simple habit can protect your valuables keep your vehicle fresh and dry and help you avoid unnecessary damage and costly repairs during the rainy season.