This is why you shouldn't leave carbonated drinks in your car
Ken Haddad, Manager, Coverage and Content
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Do not leave your carbonated beverages in your car overnight when it's cold outside.
You may already know this, but it's always nice to have a reminder!
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A police department in Montana posted a photo, reminding residents what happens when you leave pop, or other carbonated drinks in your car in cold weather.
Pop/soda freezes between 30 and 32 degrees; beer around 27 degrees.
Here's a scientific explanation from Live Science:
The expansion of water molecules as they freeze is a contributing factor, but the actual explosion would not occur without carbon dioxide. Even short freezing times can build up enough carbon dioxide to detonate the can once it is opened. This is why freezing soda or any other carbonated beverage is not recommended.
A friendly reminder for you all.....don't leave your carbonated drinks in your vehicle when it's this cold outside, especially over night!!!!