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Pack a winter emergency kit to be ready for a snowstorm

01:00 PM
March 13, 2023

Winter emergency kit
Is your car ready for a snowstorm?

© picture alliance / PIXSELL | Marko Dimic

A potent nor'easter is gearing up to unleash heavy snow and blizzard conditions across portions of the Northeast this week. Now more than ever is a good idea to make sure your car is adequately stocked up and ready to go in the event you or your family get stuck on the road.

Use the following checklists to prepare your car for all winter weather emergencies, whether it be stuck in a snowbank, driving in the icy snow, or being stranded in a snowstorm

Winter emergency kit:

  • Emergency flares
  • Flashlight
  • Extra batteries
  • Hand crank or battery-powered radio
  • Ice scraper for windshield and windows
  • Shovel
  • Jumper cables
  • Neon flag or ribbon
  • Chain or sturdy rope for towing
  • Tire chains

These additional survival items may be worth considering if you ever do get stranded in a winter storm.

  • Warm blankets
  • Extra hats and gloves
  • Water and non-perishable food
  • Cell phone charger and/or power brick
  • Extra medications

Tap here for more information on how to drive safely during wintry weather.

Federico Di Catarina
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