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What are 10 items a driver should have available in case of an emergency?
Vehicle emergency supply kits should include:
- A properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod jack.
- Jumper cables.
- Tool kit and/or a multipurpose utility tool.
- Flashlight and extra batteries.
- Reflective triangles and brightly colored cloth to make your vehicle more visible.
- Compass.
What does an emergency kit include in a car?
Emergency Car Kit
- Food. That won’t spoil, such as energy bars.
- Water. In plastic bottles so they won’t break if frozen (change every six months)
- Blanket.
- Extra clothing and shoes.
- First aid kit. With seatbelt cutter.
- Small shovel, scraper and snowbrush.
- Candle in a deep can and matches.
- Wind-up flashlight.
What should be in a road safety kit?
Granola, energy bars or a few non-perishable food items. Dry sand and/or kitty litter. Road flares or warning light. Bottled water.
Can a candle keep your car warm?
A candle produces a great deal of heat, Mann said. It can be used to help keep the inside of the car warm, but Mann cautioned to burn the candle inside of the coffee can and to open one window slightly.
What is a go bag for emergencies?
A go-bag should include a first aid kit, flashlight, extra batteries, matches in a waterproof container and a whistle. It also may be helpful to have strong tape, plastic sheeting and a few tools. Tip: Remove the batteries from the flashlight and other items to avoid corrosion.
How can I heat my car without running the engine?
Fortunately, there are a few other budget-friendly ways to keep warm until you can take your vehicle in for heater repair.
- Park in the garage.
- Cover the windshield.
- Stock up on hand warming packets.
- Buy a heater or seat cover that plugs into your car.
- Keep blankets in the back seat.
- Take along a warm beverage.
What supplies should you have in case of emergency?
Basic Disaster Supplies Kit
- Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
- Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food)
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert.
- Flashlight.
- First aid kit.
- Extra batteries.
- Whistle (to signal for help)