Keep emergency supplies in your car

Plan ahead for what you will do if you are in your car when an emergency happens. A flood, snowstorm or major traffic accident could leave you stranded in your vehicle for some time.

Keep essential emergency survival items in your car. If you are driving in extreme winter conditions, add:

• A brush

• A shovel

• Tire chains

• Windshield scrapers

• Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and walking shoes

• Personal medications and first-aid kit

• Snack food and water (for babies and pets too)

• Nappies and wipes if you have little ones

• Phone charger

• Torch