CHECKLIST FOR CAR EMERGENCY SUPPLIES

Jumper cables (15-20 feet long) _____ ***

6-gauge wire cables will work for most cars and SUV’s, but I prefer 4-gauge wire cables. This will work not only for your vehicle, but if you have to help someone with a larger vehicle.

Battery charger _____ **

I have come across a neat battery charger system that works through your cigarette lighter socket. You don’t have to get out of your car and it has about a 5 year life.

www.porta-jump.com (approximately $30.00)

or Photovoltaic trickle battery charger

Flares _____ ***

Having an emergency alerting system is essential particularly in bad weather or at night. I prefer non-incendiary flares.

www.ingramproducts.com/

www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/emergency-strobe/9-in-1-super-bright-led-safety-flare/1317/

Flat tire inflation canister (non-explosive) _____ ***

Spare tire and jack _____ ***

Small tool kit _____ ***

DESIGNATE ONE VEHICLE FOR EVACUATION

If you have more than one vehicle, you should designate one vehicle for evacuation. Put the greater amount of emergency supplies in it.

(***) Three asterisks indicate items that should be in all your vehicles.

(**) Two asterisks for extra items for designated evacuation vehicle.

(*) One asterisk is for optional items (handy but not critical.)

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CHECKLIST FOR CAR EMERGENCY SUPPLIES

Water: frequently rotate supply (1-2 gallons) ______ ***

High energy foods / power bars/ trail mix ______ ***

First aid supplies (more complete in evacuation vehicle) ______ ***

Flashlight / batteries / or does not need batteries ______ ***

Road maps ______ ***

(consider GPS system if not in your car already)

Cell phone charger left in car at all times ______ ***

Emergency blankets (space blanket / regular blanket) ______ ***

Ice scrapper (if applicable) ______ ***

Backpack to store car emergency supplies ______ ***

Umbrella, rain gear ______ ***

Emergency radio, battery operated / hand-rechargeable ______ **

Fire extinguisher, small aerosolized can ______ **

Antifreeze, can of oil ______ **

Small shovel, foldable ______ **

Extra pair of shoes, work gloves ______ *

Towing line or chain ______ *

Sleeping bag(s) ______ *

(Consider Bivy Sacks-small/compact ($30.)

www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/

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