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Pack Your Car for Bad Weather
 No one plans on getting stranded
or stuck when traveling, but it's
best to be prepared - especially
in bad weather. Sometimes snow,
heavy rain, high winds, fog, or
other weather hazards can leave
you stranded on the side of the
road for hours.
Is Your Car Weather-Friendly?
A dead battery or a burned-out headlight is a nuisance in
nice weather. But these and other mechanical problems can
be hazardous in thick fog, rain or other bad conditions.
Before driving in inclement weather, have your mechanic
check your car's:
- Battery
- Wipers and windshield-washer fluid
- Ignition
- Headlights, brake lights, and hazard lights
- Heater and defroster
- Exhaust system
- Brakes
- Oil
- Antifreeze
Plan for a Weather Emergency
If you're planning a car trip, listen to the weather or call the
state highway patrol for road conditions. If you must drive
in bad weather, pack weather-appropriate emergency
supplies. These might include:
- A cell phone
- A flashlight and extra batteries
- Jumper cables
- Extra clothing, such as rain gear, a wool cap, and mittens
- Blankets
- A spare tire in good condition
- A shovel, ice scraper, and snow brush
- Flares to signal your location
- Extra windshield-wiper fluid
- Sand to provide traction under your wheels
- A first aid kit and any needed medications
- Snacks and water
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