Everyone needs a gentle reminder to start or update a emergency preparedness Winter car kit so if they find themselves stranded on the side of the road, they can help themselves or stay safe until help arrives. This list of items could help save your life or your passengers. The odds of having a driving emergency is much greater in winter than in the other three seasons due to weather conditions, low temperatures and other drivers. Check out this list from Hoosier Homemade.
Your Emergency Preparedness Winter Car Kit should contain:
Essential food, nuts and energy bars, canned fruit and a portable can opener
Water
Alternative lighting source – flashlight, glow sticks, solar lantern, extra batteries
Blankets, sleeping bag
Warm Clothing – sweaters, socks, coats, boots, hats, pants (in case you are wearing a skirt)
Tools – jumper cables, gloves, ice scraper, shovel, flares or reflective triangles
AM/FM radio to listen to traffic reports and emergency messages
Cat litter or sand for better tire traction
First Aid Kit
A fully-charged cell phone and phone charger (you may be out of range for cell service though) you may also want a solar charger just in case.
