The DC Metropolitan area was hit hard this weekend with a major winter storm. As winter progresses, we’re likely to experience more days like this. It’s best to stay off the roads until weather conditions improve. However, if that’s not a viable option, below is a checklist of items in which to create a Winter Vehicle Emergency Kit:
• A properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and a jack.
• Jumper cables.
• Tool kit, rescue tool, and/or a multipurpose utility tool.
• Flashlight and extra batteries.
• Reflective triangles and brightly colored cloth to make your vehicle more visible.
• Compass.
• First aid kit with gauze, tape, bandages, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, a blanket, non-latex gloves, scissors, hydrocortisone, thermometer, tweezers, and instant cold compress
• Nonperishable, high-energy foods, such as unsalted nuts, dried fruits, and hard candy.
• Drinking water.
• Toilet Paper, paper towels, and wet ones.
• Reflective vest in case you need to walk to get help. • Car charger for your cell phone.
• Fire extinguisher (ABC).
• Duct tape.
• Raincoat/poncho.
• Full change of extra warm clothes (to include undergarments, an outer layer, and gloves).
• Gas Can.
• Cash & Coins.
• Storybooks, coloring books, crayons and games to keep the little ones occupied.
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