E-Prep Tip from Our Emergency Prep Chair
Winter Storms and Car Kits
STAY OFF THE ROAD
Federal Highway Administration reports indicate that the risk of vehicular
accidents rises sharply in winter weather conditions. In an average year, there are
more than half a million vehicle crashes when the roads are snowy, slushy, or icy,
resulting in nearly 2,000 fatalities and 140,000 injuries. Driving is very dangerous
during and immediately after a winter storm. Plan to stay off the road when
authorities issue Advisories, Watches, and Warnings.
ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY
If driving is necessary, ensure you have emergency supplies of food, water, warm
clothing, and a full tank of gas in case you are stuck in traffic or have an accident
and have to wait several hours for assistance. If possible, travel during the day
and do not travel alone. Stay on main roads and do not crowd the snowplows. Let
someone know your destination, route, and expected arrival time.
CAR EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT
-mobile phone charger
-first aid kit
-jumper cables
-flares
-whistle
-water, snacks
-full tank of gas
-flashlight
-tow rope
-boots, mittens, warm clothes
-blanket
-shovel
-ice scraper, snow brush
-snow traction mats and bags of sand or cat litter for traction under tires
-tire chains or snow tires
Rockwell PTA E-Prep Chair
