Bad weather, slippery roads, snow and ice, car wrecks, even avalanches.
It wouldn’t be hard to imagine a scenario where you really could be stranded in your vehicle, and cut off from the rest of the world, with freezing weather and extreme conditions to contend with – especially in the Northern states.
While this situation is survivable, dozens of people die every year in these dangerous events. One of the major reasons is that fewer people are prepared in their vehicles.
But in an unexpectedly bad situation, especially one where you don’t know how long you could be stranded, it is vitally important to keep a kit in your vehicle. At a minimum, it should include blankets and coverings for warmth, medical supplies, an emergency supply of water and food.
For some real life cases of this, people had better fortune when they stayed close to their car, and had a source of heat to avoid hypothermia or other life-threatening complications. If you stay near the road, and in or near your vehicle, you will be found. With some common sense, you will be found alive.
Sensible Prepper writes:
Extreme Winter Survival Vehicle Kit. We’re putting together the items that can give you a fighting chance against Old Man Winter. Inspired by the Story of the family in NW Nevada who in 2014, was stranded in their vehicle for 48 hours in -21 degree temps and their story of survival.
Meanwhile, this video covers some of the most useful items that you may need to survive the winter, deal with power blackouts, snow ins, provide emergency warmth and sustainable heating methods.
33 Winter Preps and Survival Gear
Everyone’s needs are different, depending upon where you live, and how used you are to living self-sufficient.
Nonetheless, the winter can be harsh and unforgiving for anyone. Be ready.
Read more:
Prepper’s Blueprint: Seriously. Prepare. For. Whatever. Is. Coming.
Could You Escape Your Vehicle In a Disaster? “The Potential Is All Too Real”
Surviving Extreme Winter and Blizzards: “Avoid Panic and Discomfort of Being Unprepared”
What Do You Prep For: Common Personal Disasters
These People Were Prepared During Snow Storm Jonas, But They Died Because of This Mistake
