Security Checklist for Emergency Automobile Situations

March 29, 2016

Whether it’s a long journey or a simple trip to work or the store, every driver should be prepared for the unexpected. An underbed storage bin is an ideal container since it fits easily in a trunk without taking up too much space. Here are items that expert recommend you have:

Survival Items

Heavy-duty trash bags(Multiple uses including shelter and ponchos)
Fleece blankets and jackets
Reflective blanket
Work gloves
Hand warmers
Nylon bag or backpack
First aid kit
Sunblock
Emergency numbers
Bug repellant
Lip balm

Tools

Jumper cables
Ice scraper
Multi-purpose knife
Multi-tool
Scissors
Small folding camp shovel
Waterproof matches or fire starters
Binoculars
Duct tape (of course!)
Spare keys
Cat litter

Sustenance

Bottled water
Energy bars
Nuts, dried fruit
Jerky

Sanitation

Tissues
Hand sanitizer
Hand or baby wipes
Toothbrush(es)
Paper towels, Toilet paper

Security Items

Whistle
Pepper spray
Cell phone and emergency power source
LED flashlights and extra batteries

Other

Books, games
Deck of cards
Cash, coins
Maps
Disposable camera
Notebook, paper
Pens, pencils, markers

These are the basics. For a more comprehensive list and for longer trips, see this article on the Allstate Insurance website.

Even if it’s not a life-threatening emergency, lockouts, lost keys and other access problems can be annoying and even have serious consequences. When you need fast, affordable locksmith services, call Alexius Security Lock & Key, Denver’s Hometown Locksmiths at 303.974.0215. Our mobile locksmith service answers every call 24/7 and responds promptly, arriving with the parts, tools and know-how to get you going.

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