Being prepared can help keep you safe DENVER, Sept. 29-Emergencies happen when you least expect them. Are you prepared in case of a roadside emergency such as an accident or being stranded for an extended period of time in extreme winter weather? AAA Colorado has designated October as Car Care Month to remind all motorists to prepare their vehicle before the onset of winter driving conditions. Each vehicle should have a winter emergency car kit that contains: * Flashlight with extra batteries * Flares of reflective triangles * Jumper cables * Cell phone with extra batteries * Extra car fuses * Rags or paper towels * General first aid kit * Gallon jug of water * Roll of quarters, dimes and nickels * Tire chains * Non-perishable food items * Blanket, extra set of clothes * Winter formula window washer solvent * Non-clumping kitty litter * Ice-scraper, snow brush and shovel * Tire chains For more winter car care tips and information on other automotive issues, go to www.aaa.com/CarCareTips. AAA Colorado reaches one in four households in the state and is an advocate for safety and security for all travelers. As North America’s largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides its nearly 49 million members with travel, insurance, financial and automotive-related services, as well as member-exclusive savings. ###
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