Winter Emergency Kit What to carry in your car ?
Think like a Scout or Guide this Winter and Be Prepared for bad weather as this can strike anytime follow our essential advice that could be a lifesaver.
Back in 2010, thousands of motorists found themselves stuck in their cars for up to 15 hours as snow, ice and gridlocked roads & motorways left them stranded.
The Red Cross recommends that every car on the road should have a well-stocked emergency supply kit in winter.
Always make sure you run with as much fuel in your tank as you possibly can in bad weather especially if it has snowed We know the Fuel situation for many is a sore subject at present but is essential if you were to get stranded for several hours.
- Battery jump cables
- First aid kit
- Shovel
- Basic tool kit
- Tow rope
- Warning triangle
- Sleeping bags or a blanket
- Extra winter clothing (caps, socks, mittens,boots,coat)
- Some sealed snacks (biscuits) & drink (2 litres water)
- Ice scraper & de-icer
- Torch
- High Visibility vest
- Cellular phone, power adapter, extra charged battery
- If your car uses a screw-in towing eye, know where it is
- Flashing light (optional)
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