Winter has officially arrived,
and even though we are only in the month of December, there is no doubt that
the weather outside is frightful. The frigid temperatures and the constant snowfall
mean hazardous road conditions for you and your loved ones. No matter how many
winters you have seen and no matter the number of times you have driven through
a snowstorm, that is no excuse for being unprepared for what dangers and
challenges this winter can present you with. While many consider the most
wonderful time of the year, some could argue that it is also one of the most
dangerous times of the year.
Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer
Sales wants to make sure you are driving as safely as possible at all times,
but especially during these upcoming winter months. A big component of being
safe on the road is being prepared for emergency situations.
Take a look at some of our top
tips this winter to keep you and your family safe on the road, especially in
case of an emergency!
Have a First Aid Kit on Hand
You never know if you are going
to need it—we pray that you don’t, but just in case, it is essential to be
ready for anything. As well as an assortment of Band-Aids, the first aid kit in
your vehicle should include adhesive tape, gauze pads, aspirin, antiseptic
wipes, antiseptic cream or ointment, and anything particular to you or your
family.
Having items such as a spare
tire, orange cones, flashlights, a fire extinguisher, and a minimum of three
reflective warning triangles will be very useful to you in case of a roadside
emergency.
Your phone needs to be prepared
for an emergency just as much as you need to be! Before every trip you take,
whether it just be down the street to the grocery store, or if you are going on
a cross-country trip, make sure your phone has a full battery every time. A
portable power bank is great to have in a pinch as well.
For other important
winter driving tips, visit the Iowa Department of Transportion's website to bring these important things
top of mind as we battle the winter elements. If you have teens that are new
drivers this info should be reviewed regularly with them.
