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CAR KITS

BeReadyUtah.gov suggests the following items for car kits:
Driver's License
Auto Registration
Proof of Insurance
Gasoline Credit Cards
Traveler's Checks
Auto Club Service Card
2 Flashlights & Extra Batteries
Flares and Hazard Reflectors
First Aid Kit with Manual
Extra Car Keys
Litter Bag
Sunglasses or Umbrella
Cell Phone w/ adapter or phone card
Portable Radio & Extra Batteries
Fire Extenguisher (5 lb. A-B-C Type)
Extra Fuses
Jumper Cables
Jack, Lug Wrench, Tire Gauge
Basic Tool Kit and an Ice Scraper
Small Folding Shovel
Sand for Traction (Winter Season)
Duct Tape & Electrical Tape
Gloves, Rags, Paper Towels
Waterproof Matches
Contact Phone Numbers
Detailed Maps
Whistle & Small Mirrow
Pen, Pencil, Paper
Cash (Small Bills & Coins)
Drinking Water
Non-perishable Energy Foods
Can Opener
Medications
Toiletries
Blankets (Myler) or Sleeping Bag
Pack Personal Needs

Another car kit list that I have suggests the following items:
Warm clothing--hats, mittens, coats, warm pants, walking shoes and rain coat
flashlight - radio (hand crank)
4 ply plastic, (large piece)
portable water purifier
First aid supplies

A few other ideas are:
Portable Jump Starter & Air Compressor
2 Flashlights - 1 small and 1 large (The large flashlight is adjustable and can be set down. It is perfect for making repairs or changing a tire in the dark)
Whistles, Ponchos & emergency blankets (I have 1 for every seat in my car)
Compass
Roll of toilet paper
Medications - (I try to include the following medications in my first aid kit: pain/fever reducers, allergy meds, antihistimine cream, sting relief, extra prescriptions. I also include extra band-aids.)
Garbage bags and ziploc bags (multiple sizes)
Wool blankets
Extra Clothes
Hand Sanitizer &/or Wipes

Consumerreports.org also has a list of recommended items.

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CHECK YOUR KIT

It is wise to check your emergency kits on a regular basis. When checking them, remember three words: review, evaluate and replenish.

1.      Review: Review the location of your kits. Is the location of your kits easily accessible? Is the location near an exit for quick access in the event of leaving your home?

2.      Evaluate: Open each kit and re-familiarize yourself with their contents. Evaluate whether your family’s needs have changed in the last six months; make sure your emergency supplies address your specific situation.

3.      Replenish: Check all the items that have expiration dates and rotate accordingly.

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