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What to Put in Your Vehicle Survival Kit

Disasters often occur with little or no warning: earthquakes, terrorism, tornadoes, etc.
That's why it's wise to have a vehicle survival kit in case you're stranded somewhere eventually or forced to evacuate the area.
You can get a good 2-person kit online for about $100, but it won't include everything you need to keep your car running.
I recommend purchasing a sturdy backpack, gathering the items in the list below and keeping them in your trunk.
Make adjustments based on your personal needs.
Much of the equipment will depend on what type of vehicle you own.
You should also learn to change a tire, change the oil, jump start a car, and replace fluids, belts and hoses.
Fire, Heat and Light
  • Emergency Candles
  • Fire Sticks - These light even after being submerged in water.
  • Hand Crank Flashlight
  • Light Sticks - These are really cheap in the months after Halloween.
  • Spark-Lite Fire Starter - The official fire starter of the U.
    S.
    Military.
Shelter/Clothing
  • Blankets - Heatsheets are affordable and very convenient.
  • Change of clothes
  • Coats - When it's only a little cold outside, you can use these instead of the vehicle's heater and save fuel.
  • Gloves
  • Ponchos
  • Sleeping Bags - In case you can't reach your destination before nightfall.
  • Socks - Much more important than you might think.
  • Spare Shoes/Boots
  • Tube Tent - Only five bucks.
  • Umbrellas
Miscellaneous
  • Batteries - For flashlights or cell phones.
  • Compass - Look for a Military Style Lensatic Marching Compass With Pouch.
  • Emergency Food Bars
  • Emergency Whistle - The 5 in 1 Survival Whistle is only $5.
  • First Aid Kit
  • Folding Shovel
  • Maps - Check your local department store.
    Get an atlas of your country and a detailed map of the local area.
  • Metal Cup for boiling water.
  • Mini Rescue Signal Mirror
  • Multi-Tool
  • Tissues/Napkins - For cleaning spills or use as fire tinder.
  • Toilet Paper
  • Water - A gallon a day per person for 3 days.
  • Water Purification Tablets
  • Wire Saw
Vehicle Equipment (How much of this you decide to get might depend on the condition of your vehicle.
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  • Antifreeze/Coolant
  • Brake Fluid
  • Extra Belts
  • Fix-A-Flat
  • Gasoline - At least enough to get to and from your place of work, to and from the school, etc.
  • Flares
  • Fuses
  • Hoses
  • Ice Scraper
  • Jack
  • Jumper Cables
  • Lug Wrench
  • Oil
  • Ratchet Set
  • Replacement Bulbs
  • Screwdrivers
  • Spare Tire
  • Transmission Fluid
  • Windshield Washer Fluid
One final note of warning: Don't let your gas tank get below half full.
If the disaster is major enough or there are mass evacuations, gas stations will probably be closed.
Also, make sure to change your oil every 3 months or 3000 miles and make sure your car is in good working condition.


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