Six survival tips for traveling by car during a blizzard
Just as folks are getting ready to travel for the holidays, a severe winter storm is bearing down on many areas of the U.S. And that could result in people being stranded on the road, dealing with the snow and bone-chilling temperatures for hours on end — a potentially life-threatening situation.
Safety professionals and others say there are ways to protect yourself against such situations. Obviously, the best advice is to avoid traveling during severe weather if you can. But if you must get in your car, keep these six tips in mind. Gas up Always leave with a full tank in these kinds of wintry conditions. “Depending on how long you are stranded, you may need to run your engine to keep your battery charged and heating system functional in your vehicle,” says auto-accident attorney Steven M. Gursten.
And don’t forget the cat litter And do so even if you’re not traveling with a cat. The litter serves an entirely different purpose in an emergency — it can provide traction to get out of an icy situation. And while you’re at it, have a portable snow shovel on hand should you need to dig out. It’s also important to keep the car’s exhaust pipe clear of snow, ice or mud to guard against carbon-monoxide poisoning.
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