Recommended items to have in the car in case of emergency:

• Jumper Cables (these can be unsafe if used improperly, so be sure you know how to use them)
• Flashlight
• Flares
• Reflective triangles
• Bag of sand or kitty litter (to help if stuck in ice, snow)
• Small shovel (for snow)
• Extra windshield solvent
• Blankets and extra clothing
• Nonperishable food items and water (e.g.. snack bars)
• Cell phone (do not use a cell phone while you are putting gas in the car; it can start a fire)
• List of emergency telephone numbers on a card in the glove compartment (if you are a member of AAA, list that info too)
• Snow brush and ice scraper