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Winter emergency kits for you car

Dec 12, 2023, 4:39 PM | Updated: Mar 23, 2024, 7:53 am

Denver, CO — Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is urging drivers to prepare Winter emergency kits for Colorado’s winter roads.

As CDOT mentions, it is never a bad idea to have an emergency kit in your car anytime of year. However, for winter especially, there are must have items you should be equipped with. Some of the items you may already have.

CDOT is deeming the following list as “must haves” for winter drives.

  • Sturdy scraper/snow brush/snow shovel to clear snow
  • Flashlight with extra batteries or crank-powered flashlight
  • Blanket or sleeping bag
  • Gallon jug of water
  • First aid kit and essential medications
  • Tire chains and tow strap
  • Jumper cables
  • Flares/reflectors to signal for help and warn other motorists
  • Battery or crank-powered radio to listen to emergency broadcasts

If you’re someone who often ventures out of the city or several miles from home you may also consider some secondary items as advised by CDOT. Items include:

  • Extra set of clothes, including coat, hat, mittens, boots, etc.
  • Chemical hand warmers
  • Non-perishable snacks like granola bars
  • Non-clumping kitty litter/sand for traction
  • Deck of cards or board game for entertainment

For more information on winter emergency kits, winter travel and tips for driving in the snow, visit here.

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