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What to Keep in Your Car in Case of Emergency: A Checklist

Monday, 28 December 2020 01:15 PM

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / December 28, 2020 / Make Sure to be Prepared: As a driver, the safety of yourself and those in your vehicle is the most important thing to you. There are certain ways that you can take precautions in case of an emergency situation. This may include being snuck in the snow or ice. It can also include the need of getting out of the vehicle in case of an accident or similar circumstance.

Ehline Law compiled a list of items that each driver should keep in their vehicle. For more information, contact us at [email protected].

Prepping for Any Situation
During the winter season, it's important to keep a number of key items in your car. Due to the risk of a car crash or being stuck during a storm, it is important to be able to get out of the immediate issue. Furthermore, the role of preparation is always vital before a crisis, rather than afterward.

Many people only prepare for certain concerns, including around a car accident. However, many people do not take the extra precautions in case of a seasonal emergency. It's this extra effort that may make the crucial difference during a time of need.

When you outfit your car, there are several locations you can place these items in case you need them. These include underneath different seats or in the trunk. Furthermore, certain items can even be placed even in the glove compartment or an overhead space.

The Items You Need
Some common items that you should keep in your car should include:

  • A Battery Charger. This can take any size or shape but is crucial for jumping your car or even using your phone.
  • A Tire Jack and Crossbar. Be able to replace your spare tire.
  • A Tire Inflator. Make sure that you are able to fill up in case of a slow leak.
  • A Window Breaker. Make sure to have a window breaker in case you need to escape the car, including in cases of being underwater.
  • A Warm Set of Clothing. This is especially the case if you live in or will be traveling in cold conditions.
  • A Flashlight. The flashlight on your phone won't normally cut it. An LED flashlight is even better, especially with new or charged batteries.
  • A Blanket. Especially helpful when it's cold or can be tied to the side mirror to call attention to your car.
  • A Cell Phone Battery Charger. Not just one you can plug into your car charger, but a portable, charged battery pack.

Taking the Time Necessary to Know How to Use these Items
Make sure that you are able to hold onto these items and know how to use each one. You would be surprised how many people do not know how to change out a tire. Being able to practice to do so is key in safe driving. Furthermore, some newer technology, including the use of electronics are not always known to drivers.

If you have children, make sure that they know exactly where each of these items are and how to use them. Sometimes young people or those who do not normally drive a vehicle do not know what to use in time of emergency or how to do so.

Please contact Ehline Law for more info or to find out more about how to keep you and yours safe during an accident. Our skilled attorneys worked on a variety of cases over the years. We've fought and won for dozens of injury victims and their families.

Contact:
Michael Ehline
[email protected]

SOURCE: Ehline Law

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