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Are you prepared?
This family went on an outing, and their vehicle ended upside down out
in the middle of nowhere. They used the
spare tire as a fire pit and kept a fire going to heat rocks to keep warm while
waiting to be rescued. They had a cell phone; of course it didn’t work to make
phone calls. But leaving it on provided
rescuers a beacon to help locate and rescue the family. They didn’t leave their
vehicle, the rule of thumb is to always stay with your vehicle when it breaks
down, and you’re in an unfamiliar location.
Again, I ask; are you prepared for any situation
when taking your vehicle out for a ride or traveling a long distance?
Do you carry any of these items in your vehicle in
case you have an emergency?
Food
Water
Fire starter
First Aid
Blanket
Shovel
Protection
Spare tire
Tire Chains
Jumper cables
Flares
Tools
If
you don’t have these items in your vehicle before venturing out, think
twice. This family was rescued alive
after missing in the cold wilderness for several days.
Pic
Source: ColoradoMountainMan.org
Video
Source: YouTube
I would be prepared but sadly I didn't win the "Manual of Emergency and Survival First Aid" someone was giving away some months back.
ReplyDeleteNow I will just have to suffer :(
PP,
DeleteLMAO...........
I surely know you don't need a book to be prepared!!!!
This all took place about an hour from us. The temps here have been below zero at night since Saturday night! We had -26 on Monday morning! This could have turned out completely different for this family if they hadn't kept their heads about them! So thankful this had a happy ending!
ReplyDeleteDesertHen,
DeleteI am so happy the family was found and everyone was okay. This family was prepared!!!
Sandy, what a good reminder. I used to carry all those things when still working, and now do not (retired). I think I will put a box back in the car just in case... even driving around our county roads we need to be prepared!
ReplyDeleteMary Ann,
DeleteBeing retired is wonderful. One never knows when something will happen and having the prepared items with you can save your life.
What an important reminder! Thanks for the list.
ReplyDeleteAlways carry important prescription meds too. A few days before help arrives is long enough to start suffering withdrawals from some medications.
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