Infant Falls 6 Stories Onto Car In Redmond And Lives

REDMOND, WA - A well-placed car blunted the impact and likely saved a toddler's life after the boy fell six stories out a window on Tuesday in downtown Redmond, police are saying.

The incident happened at a building near Adair Road and 79th Avenue Northeast. The boy was alone in his room for a nap when, at some point, he was able to wedge himself through a cracked window, according to KOMO News.

The boy fell 70 feet, according to the report, landing on a car parked directly below. The boy is in serious but stable condition at Harborview Medical Center, according to KOMO.

The fall happens as safety officials warn about children and open windows. With warm weather, people like to open windows for air. Puget Sound Regional Fire Capt. Kyle Ohashi recently told Q13 that having a locking device on windows to keep them from being lifted more than a few inches is an excellent safety option. He warned never to place a crib or bed near an open window.