Getting stranded in your vehicle is bad enough, but being stranded in severe winter weather could be dangerous. It is estimated that 46% of all crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter.
If conditions are hazardous, it’s always best to stay off the roads, but there are times when travel is unavoidable. In these cases, you need to be prepared for the dangers of being stranded in your vehicle.
If conditions are hazardous, it’s always best to stay off the roads, but there are times when travel is unavoidable. In these cases, you need to be prepared for the dangers of being stranded in your vehicle.
If You Become Stranded in bad weather remember to.....
•Don't leave your car unless you know exactly where you are, how far it is to possible help, and are certain you will improve your situation.
•Light two flares and place one at each end of the car a safe distance away. Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.
•Run the engine and heater for about 10 minutes every hour or so depending upon the amount of gas in the tank.
•Use the woolen items and blankets to keep warm and to protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia .
•Keep at least one window open slightly so snow and ice don't seal your car shut.
•Eat a hard candy to keep your mouth moist.
•Don't leave your car unless you know exactly where you are, how far it is to possible help, and are certain you will improve your situation.
•Light two flares and place one at each end of the car a safe distance away. Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.
•Run the engine and heater for about 10 minutes every hour or so depending upon the amount of gas in the tank.
•Use the woolen items and blankets to keep warm and to protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia .
•Keep at least one window open slightly so snow and ice don't seal your car shut.
•Eat a hard candy to keep your mouth moist.
Car-Lotta wants you to be Safe!!!
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