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What if you are travelling in your vehicle during an emergency, or you arrive at a destination that's experiencing an emergency? Are you prepared? 

Get prepared

Being prepared for an emergency can reduce the impact it has on you and your passengers. Whether it’s creating a plan, understanding how to reduce hazards, or preparing by building a stay-at-the-vehicle emergency kit or grab-and-go bag, we’ve got tips and resources for you to prepare. Learn more: Get Prepared | RDN.

Have an emergency kit

The basic emergency kit for vehicles should include the following items: 

  • Food: That won't spoil, such as energy bars
  • Water: In plastic bottles so they won't break if frozen (change every six months)
  • Blanket
  • Extra clothing and shoes
  • First aid kit: With seatbelt cutter
  • Small shovel, scraper and snowbrush
  • Candle in a deep can and matches
  • Wind-up flashlight
  • Whistle: In case you need to attract attention
  • Roadmaps
  • Copy of your emergency plan and personal documents

Also keep these inside your trunk:

  • Sand, salt or cat litter (non-clumping)
  • Antifreeze/windshield washer fluid
  • Tow rope
  • Jumper cables
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Warning light or road flares 

Source: Emergency Car Kit (Get Prepared - Government of Canada)

Print this page and check off the items for your 72-hour emergency kit as you accumulate them.

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