Be prepared for an emergency situation by carrying the following items in your vehicle:

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• First aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches
• Compass
• Jumper Cables
• Properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod-type jack
• Bottled water
• Local maps
• Critical Prescription Medicine
• Blanket/sleeping bag
• Non-perishable, high-energy foods
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Pocket radio
• Cell phone charger
• Reflective triangles and brightly-colored cloth

Check current driving conditions in your area with our Commuter Forecast.

If your car breaks down:

• Place reflective triangle (or flare) at each end of the car a safe distance away to attract attention.
• Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.