Car Safety : Emergency Supply kit for your car .
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Plan long trips carefully and listen to the radio or television for up-to-date weather forecasts and road conditions. In bad weather drive only if absolutely necessary.
In case you are stranded, have your emergency supply kit in the car along with:
* Jumper cables
* Flares or reflective triangle
* Ice scraper
* Car cell phone charger
* Blanket (We love these https://amzn.to/37SpMAx )
* Map
* Cat litter or sand (for better tire traction)
Prepare Your Car for Emergencies
Having a AAA membership not only helps with travel plans and travel discounts, but also helps you when you are stranded on the road.
Have a mechanic check the following on your car before an emergency:
* Antifreeze levels
* Battery and ignition system
* Brakes
* Exhaust system
* Fuel and air filters
* Heater and defroster
* Lights and flashing hazard lights
* Oil
* Thermostat
* Windshield wiper equipment and washer fluid level
Car Safety Tips
* Keep your gas tank full in case of evacuation or power outages. A full tank will also keep the fuel line from freezing.
* Install good winter tires and make sure they have enough tread, or any chains or studs required in your local area.
* Do not drive through flooded areas. Six inches of water can cause a vehicle to lose control or possibly stall. A foot of water will float many cars.
* Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded. Roads may have weakened and could collapse under the weight of a car.
* If a power line falls on your car you are at risk of electrical shock. Stay inside until a trained person removes the wire.
* If it becomes hard to control the car, pull over, stop the car and set the parking brake.
* If the emergency could affect the stability of the roadway avoid overpasses, bridges, power lines, signs and other hazards.
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