Traveling can turn into a nightmare quickly or even into a survival situation. You can encounter extremes in weather, vehicle breakdowns and health risks from foods and water. Proper planning along with emergency supplies packed in your car or suitcase can help you through weather events, vehicle mishaps and even avoid illness.
Looking ahead at weather and road conditions is part of preparing for your trip so you can tailor your emergency supplies to conditions you may encounter. You must remember that weather can have an adverse effect on your vehicle, and you can experience mechanical or driving problems. However, by having the right essentials on board you can overcome many troubles, such as overheating in warm climates or tire chains to help you navigate slippery roads.
Consider your personal safety when traveling. Avoid driving at night if you can. If not fuel up your vehicle before dark, so you only have to stop once for fuel. Stop at chain gas stations that are not far from the exit, and avoid going onto the stores or walking across busy parking lots by paying at the pump. Rest stops can be dangerous at night so look for ones that are attended. Some states do have personnel on duty all night at some rest stops. Use drive up windows to grab a quick meal if traveling at night to avoid getting out of your car.
In a survival situation, your vehicle is your shelter. Generally, you should always stay with your vehicle unless there is a safety hazard in doing so. Rescue personnel will be looking for a vehicle so if you have a signal flag attach it to your vehicle. Run the engine periodically for 10 minutes at a time to keep you warm and to keep the engine from cooling down in cold weather. Make sure you have your window down a few inches for fresh air. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a very real concern so you must ensure fumes cannot back up into the car. Make sure the tail pipe is clear of any obstructions.
Traveling overseas can have its hazards and you should take precautions when doing so. When planning your trip check with the local health department or your health care provider on vaccinations needed for the country you are traveling to, and inquire about malaria medications as well as broad-spectrum antibiotics. It is recommended that you wash any fresh fruits or vegetables with purified water before eating raw. This includes bananas and citrus because the peel can be contaminated.
Carry the means with you to purify tap water and to cook or heat foods purchased. You can pack water purification tablets or liquid iodine to treat tap water or have a means to boil water to disinfect it. Check with the local authorities before leaving to ensure you have the proper vaccinations to enter the country and get any others that are recommended based on current conditions. Keep in mind you may travel across borders and may need additional vaccinations once in country. Ask your doctor to prescribe common medications for bacterial infections as well as for malaria if applicable.
Emergency Supplies Every Vehicle Should Have
* 72 Hours Of Food And Water
* Have A Orange Or Red Garbage Bag To Be Used As A Signal Flag
* Matches/Lighters
* Multi-Tool/Knife
* Quality Nylon Rope
* Nylon Strap For Pulling Your Vehicle From A Ditch
* Wet Weather gear
* Clothes For the Season
* Sturdy Walking Shoes
* Battery Box With Cell Phone Adapter For Charging And To Jump Start Your Vehicle
* Charging Cables
* Emergency Shelter
* Work/Cold Weather Gloves
* Medical Supplies
* Sand/Gravel For Tire Traction
* Engine Coolant
* Folding Shovel
* Extra Antifreeze
* Cold Weather Sleeping Bag
* A duffel bag or backpack
Looking ahead at weather and road conditions is part of preparing for your trip so you can tailor your emergency supplies to conditions you may encounter. You must remember that weather can have an adverse effect on your vehicle, and you can experience mechanical or driving problems. However, by having the right essentials on board you can overcome many troubles, such as overheating in warm climates or tire chains to help you navigate slippery roads.
Consider your personal safety when traveling. Avoid driving at night if you can. If not fuel up your vehicle before dark, so you only have to stop once for fuel. Stop at chain gas stations that are not far from the exit, and avoid going onto the stores or walking across busy parking lots by paying at the pump. Rest stops can be dangerous at night so look for ones that are attended. Some states do have personnel on duty all night at some rest stops. Use drive up windows to grab a quick meal if traveling at night to avoid getting out of your car.
In a survival situation, your vehicle is your shelter. Generally, you should always stay with your vehicle unless there is a safety hazard in doing so. Rescue personnel will be looking for a vehicle so if you have a signal flag attach it to your vehicle. Run the engine periodically for 10 minutes at a time to keep you warm and to keep the engine from cooling down in cold weather. Make sure you have your window down a few inches for fresh air. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a very real concern so you must ensure fumes cannot back up into the car. Make sure the tail pipe is clear of any obstructions.
Traveling overseas can have its hazards and you should take precautions when doing so. When planning your trip check with the local health department or your health care provider on vaccinations needed for the country you are traveling to, and inquire about malaria medications as well as broad-spectrum antibiotics. It is recommended that you wash any fresh fruits or vegetables with purified water before eating raw. This includes bananas and citrus because the peel can be contaminated.
Carry the means with you to purify tap water and to cook or heat foods purchased. You can pack water purification tablets or liquid iodine to treat tap water or have a means to boil water to disinfect it. Check with the local authorities before leaving to ensure you have the proper vaccinations to enter the country and get any others that are recommended based on current conditions. Keep in mind you may travel across borders and may need additional vaccinations once in country. Ask your doctor to prescribe common medications for bacterial infections as well as for malaria if applicable.
Emergency Supplies Every Vehicle Should Have
* 72 Hours Of Food And Water
* Have A Orange Or Red Garbage Bag To Be Used As A Signal Flag
* Matches/Lighters
* Multi-Tool/Knife
* Quality Nylon Rope
* Nylon Strap For Pulling Your Vehicle From A Ditch
* Wet Weather gear
* Clothes For the Season
* Sturdy Walking Shoes
* Battery Box With Cell Phone Adapter For Charging And To Jump Start Your Vehicle
* Charging Cables
* Emergency Shelter
* Work/Cold Weather Gloves
* Medical Supplies
* Sand/Gravel For Tire Traction
* Engine Coolant
* Folding Shovel
* Extra Antifreeze
* Cold Weather Sleeping Bag
* A duffel bag or backpack
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It is vital that every family have a bug-out bag in the event that a disaster stikes suddenly. By studying how doomsday preppers prepare for such disasters the reader will be much safer in times of emergency.
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