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Emergency Kit

Contents of an emergency kit are spread out including a medical kit, flash light and emergency blanket

Items to carry in your vehicle to handle common winter driving-related tasks and help in an emergency.

Red and black jumper cables are intertwined

JUMPER CABLES

Oftentimes, your battery is the first thing to go in winter.

An open box with tire chains in it.

CHAINS AND A TOW ROPE

Many roads have chain restrictions during winter. A tow rope can be the best way to get your car out if it gets stuck.

A small utility shovel

A SMALL SHOVEL

If your vehicle gets stuck, this can help you dig out.

A red road flare and large flashlight

REFLECTORS OR FLARES

These can help make you visible to other vehicles if you are stopped or stuck on the shoulder.

A flashlight with two batteries next to it

FLASHLIGHT AND EXTRA BATTERIES

Essential after dark and in areas without lighting.

Winter clothes including gloves, hat, scarf boots and jacket.

EXTRA WINTER CLOTHES

If something goes wrong and you’re stuck, you don’t want to be wearing flip flops and shorts.

A red boxy container with a white cross on it

FIRST AID KIT AND IMPORTANT MEDICATIONS

You’ll be able to treat minor injuries.

A hand crank radio

BATTERY, SOLAR OR CRANK-POWERED RADIO

This can help you listen to emergency radio broadcasts.

A allow of water, some candy and nuts

FRESH WATER AND NON-PERISHABLE FOOD

If you’re stranded, you’ll need food and water. Don’t forget food and water for pets traveling with you.

A silver emergency blanket

EMERGENCY BLANKET OR SLEEPING BAG

These can offer protection from the cold if you are stranded.

White towels next to paper towels

EXTRA CLOTH OR PAPER TOWELS

They can help with clean up if necessary.

Two packs of chemical handwarmers

CHEMICAL HAND WARMERS

These can really make a difference if you’re out in the cold for a long time.