Friday, September 15, 2023

Emergency Gear to Keep in Each Car

https://www.truecar.com/blog/5-essentials-to-keep-in-your-car-in-case-of-an-emergency/

First-Aid Kit - with a variety of bandages, antibiotic ointment, medical tape, scissors, tweezers, and antibacterial spray. Check it annually to see what has expired.

Jumper Pack -Typical cars & SUVs will only need a 1,300-amp battery - big pickup with a diesel engine might need double that.  Bring it inside to recharge a few times per year.

Multi-Tool, and a small set of basic hand tools.

Tire Inflator and Pressure Gauge - it can come in handy if the tire's leak is slow enough that you can pump it up enough to get to a tire shop.  A can of fix-a-flat is a good idea too.

Snacks and Water - Look for pre-packaged snacks such as granola bars with a long shelf life and a low likelihood to melt into a mushy mess.  Stainless steel bottles won't degrade as quickly as plastic, though they can get quite hot in summer. The FDA says that water is good in a plastic bottle for about two years.

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