STUCK on I95. What should you have!

[@amadahyrose]

My son was stuck in Lexington on I-75 for nine hours with last week's snowfall. Just two days prior, I had packed blankets, sleeping bags, protein snacks, water, extra clothing, a flashlight. I've got five gallon buckets with lids, so one of those is going in. He did encounter people with blood sugar issues, so he shared his food, bless him. :) Thanks for the information!

[@TheOldGunsmith58]

my wife: i dont need a jacket , its only a 5 minute drive . me : dont dress for the five minute drive , dress for the 1 hour walk if the truck breaks down or we get stuck.

[@elderhiker7787]

Well done. This I-95 shut down is total vindication for those of us who practice preparedness. I’ve had to endure the gentle ridicule of my family who don’t think ahead and anticipate natural disasters and their impact on day to day living. But today I sat smugly listening to my children and grandchildren talking about I-95 conflagration when my wife said to them, “well, that wouldn’t affect Poppi very much because he’s ready.” Then I explained how this is why I carry extra clothes, blankets, water, flashlight, gloves, wool watch cap, first aid kit and a Leatherman multi-tool, and hiking poles in case I have to hike out. I also have two orange bandanas to signal with and my Pathfinder tarp. But, nobody was ridiculing me now. I hope I don’t ever have to use my emergency kit, but I’m prepared to do so.

[@charlesludwig9173]

I’ve driven in 5 white out blizzards during my lifetime in Michigan, Indiana, North Carolina, Wyoming, and Kentucky. Each was a terrifying experience but now I know enough to realize job one is to get gas after burning a quarter of a tank, and at first sign of fog, freezing rain, ice, or snow to get off the interstate and search for a motel. If booked, just stay in parking lot. Now, things that should be common sense: dress in layers, keep a tarp and gloves in vehicle (essential for changing a tire), wool blanket, and self charging kit for sure.

[@shastaham7630]

FINALLY, someone is addressing the subject nobody wants to talk about, the elephant in the room, bodily functions! I don't know why this is such a taboo subject. It is something that is a part of everyday life, and it's manifestation on a crowded, blocked roadway is a crucial issue. Thank you, Dave.

[@pandabear7177]

I know I’m late in the game here, but a great space saving option that’s also warm is pantyhose. They are easy to pack, and are easy to put on under the rest of your clothes, but can also be fairly warm. I have some that are lined in fleece that I keep in my car. Gentlemen: do not rule them out. They add a layer for warmth. I had men in my family wearing them this last winter when our heat went out. They stayed nice and cozy.

[@sarwatihsan5165]

my father got stuck on I-95 and unfortunately his car heater was broke - he nearly froze to death. His legs suffered the most as he was wearing a big coat - A pair of winter under-leggings or thicker/winter pants, or jeans, would've helped him (or a heavy blanket). He's back home safe now; I'm extremely glad/relieved. Reminded me of the importance of creating an emergency kit/case for every car we got.

[@jeffj126]

Dave all the stuff you mentioned was perfect for a 12 to 24 hour scenario on the road the other thing I would mention is that if you require a medication that you have to take every 24 hours or so you may want to keep a days supply in a small plastic bottle in the glove compartment in case you have to take it while you're trapped on the road. This may not apply to a lot of people but it may save somebody's life.

[@vincentc6919]

Good afternoon Dave. Speaking of the I-95 Clusterthing. I've literally driven that stretch a thousand times and traversed the area for decades. With modern technology those folks could have well seen how close they were to adjacent roads. You could have literally gotten out of the car and rucked right out of that mess. To have sat there for 20 plus hours is insane and just shows you how bad this society has gotten, this wasnt the High Sierra's or the Plains of Nebraska. You can literally pack a bottled water and hoof it to a hard road and into safety. Great video as always

[@Dreoilin]

Here in Buffalo, NY and WNY where we had 7 ft of snow in less than 24 hrs once in Nov 2014; and it is common to have horrible weather- this type of stuff should be taught in HS for kids!

[@Jason23941]

The one thing I would add is a good book and a dedicated reading light with an extra battery. Something in a genre you love but not a priority to finish. Analog entertainment has saved moral for me more than once in a hunker down and wait scenario (🌀). Saves all your other resources and calms the mind.

[@eatmorenachos]

I would also add a shovel. Even a small, collapsible emergency shovel. It's come in real handy over the years. I also bring my largest pair of boots along, even when I may not need them. Both of these items saved my keister when we got dumped on with snow last year.

[@sandraw4763]

If keeping a few water bottles in your car kit, seal them inside a large 1 gal ziplock bag. Nice insurance against leaks if the bottles should freeze or crack and you can always use the bags for other purposes.

[@UTR1]

It’s important to note that Lithium Ion battery jump starters and power bricks do not like the extreme cold and heat. You will need to check the charge level on them every couple weeks in colder areas. Because I do a lot of winter driving, I use a jump starter called the Autowit Supercap 2. It uses supercapacitors instead of batteries and is unphased by extreme temperatures. It won’t charge your phone, but it can live forever in your trunk without any maintenance or worry.

[@MichiganHiker]

Good video thank you so much, I have all that gear with me in the back of my four-wheel drive because I'm out a lot in areas where you're on your own. Most people don't think of these things. The only thing I disagree on is the snack issue. Not having any food isn't going to kill me but if I was trapped in the car with my wife and she didn't have a snack she might kill me LOL. Thanks for the good advice

[@kingsoutdoors4379]

A couple wool Blankets and a few beeswax candles , a bag of Beef jerky and a bag of trail mix ,a roll of TP and half a Dozen bottles of water and 2 kevlar blankets inside a 5 gal. Bucket will be a God send in a bad situation . I carry enough things in My 95 fzj80 land cruiser to set anywhere for a month .... and check this out folks.... I live off of 700 a month , so don't use the excuse that You can't afford it 👍..... It only takes minimal space...

[@r.f.pennington746]

Good vid and I see it's been out for a few years. Most of these thoughts centred around being in a vehicle stranded in cold weather. Here, our winters are welcomed and it's late April through nearly Halloween that will kill us. 116° air temp can equate to 160° pavement--or more. Being stuck on ANY asphalt can be a death sentence in an hour for many. Having to change a flat--30 min?--can leave one soaked and near exhausted. Moving OUT of the vehicle and away from the road is the name of the game in a strand situation. We carry a tarp with poles for shade and always have either good, sturdy boots on our feet or have them in the vehicle. Water, of course, is paramount. Always two gallons in the back. Anyway, just some thoughts. We regularly run across visitors out four wheeling--and broke down/sand stuck--and have nothing more than tank tops, flip-flops, beer or soda. Not a good combination.

[@adrockey]

Great video! I live in a similar situation meaning I live in Iowa. One thing I've learned about keeping water bottles in the vehicle is to buy the cheap thin plastic bottles. If you're keeping them in the vehicle all the time. The thin ones will freeze and expand and not break. The thicker plastic bottles will break when Frozen.

[@grapplergirl10]

It’s hard to believe in this day of information, that people are still out driving in winter storms without even basics.

[@dannyh9010]

Best quote, “Hypothermia is going to kill you much quicker than not having a snack.” True, and funny!

[@___HH___]

I just came across this video from a couple years ago. Canterbury did a fine job of outlining what we all should have stashed in our cars/trucks especially this time of year (January). You just never know when something weird is going to happen so why not be a little prepared? 20 or 30 years ago there was no one to easily and readily advise us on stuff like this. The internet made it all possible but the internet can't make you get prepared. You have to do it yourself. So do it!

[@janders3205]

I live in the mountains and I get lazy and don’t keep my “road box” in my vehicle. This is a great reminder. Having a battery is a nice comfort for my travel cpap. The bucket is something I get a lot of flack for until into needed. Also have a truckers pee container/empty bottles. Contractor bags are good too: I’ve used them to keel my feet from freezing with a puffy jacket when I’ve forgotten my sleeping bag. I started buying headlamps in bulk and stash them with batteries everywhere. A rhino strap with a ring for the trailer hitch is very useful too and not that expensive. People will stop to help but they don’t always have a strap. My wife runs cold and keeps a zero bag in her car. Water freezes so we keep In a yeti to keep from freezing and carry a pocket rocket stove and a can of filet just in case: the emergency candles and a can is a great low cost alternative. Good content and stay safe out there! Something is always better than nothing.

[@surjracer56]

Learned a hard lesson about 20 yrs ago. When returning from a snow shoeing trip in the Adirondack’s. I was pushed off the road into a ditch by a passing plow during a snowstorm. Thank goodness I had my equipment with me and some left over food from the weekend. It made waiting for help till the next day easier. Only turned the car on for weather info and supplemental heat. Btw one of those plows pulled me out the next day before the tow company showed up. Always have a kit in the car since. Great info for those that don’t get to experience winter normally in there area.

[@ralphlatorre203]

I believe it was a Mors Koshanki interview I saw years ago where he said to keep a mylar blanket in your vehicle with a few candles as well as a wool blanket. I never saw much use for those things until I saw that interview. I keep a pouch with a mylar blanket, a candle and a plastic poncho, in the event it's raining and I have to make a repair to the vehicle, and a lighter. I have two wool blankets also. His idea was to tape the mylar to one side of the interior and let the candle heat reflect back to you. Another reason I carry a 1' roll of Gorilla tape. I also have a Lugable Loo seat and a spackle bucket. I never thought to put the candle in a tin can and definitely put one in my car kit.

[@nomadynofficial]

Great video Dave! Thought I'd add some suggestions, after being stuck in my truck a few times up in Canada through extremely cold weather. Always keep some food on hand - a severe blizzard might last several days. Having dense caloric food will help provide fuel for the body to keep warm. A couple of MREs, a small stove to make soup, will make the situation more tolerable, boost morale and keep you warm. Also, Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries for flashlights and headlamps, they function down to -40. Handwarmers, feet warmers are also essential. An arctic sleeping bag, with a mylar blanket to use as an underlay. An axe and shovel are a must. They can provide shelter and fuel for fire if the situation becomes very dire. I'd also recommend a dual battery kit for the vehicle, if the vehicle is designed for it and it's within a persons budget. A winch, traction boards, chains are all nice extras as well.

[@paulschwartz2464]

I've been focusing on preparedness for many years - and still learn something new all the time. You gave me several good ideas to add to our kits. Timely too. I live in MN and my wife is in the ditch due to a snow storm and the tow trucks won't be running until late afternoon - if then. She has all the stuff she needs in her kit - EXCEPT the bathroom bucket. We will be adding those.

[@gingermountain5643]

Good advice! Of course everyones got an opinion, so heres mine. Be sure to keep any needed medications in the vehicle. Not just for you, but also for spouse and children. Keep them in your first aid kit, set an alarm on your phone to rotate them each month. Thanks again for the good talk!

[@WayneTheSeine]

Congratulations on the Fox interview Dave. They certainly picked the right guy. I have a small kit in my truck but it does need improvement. Great ideas that I will immediately implement.

[@Hearthman1159]

I was taught a trick while getting my real estate license: carry a poncho with your bucket. They recommended a folding hunting stool with the seat cut out. They shared how they would pull over on the Interstate highway and sit facing traffic covered by the poncho. Nobody can tell what is going on under it so you are not publicly exposing yourself. Good stuff as always Dave.

[@azdesertgardening3885]

Really great information and options. The only thing I might add is to place an old blanket or something down on the floorboards to keep the transfer of cold to a minimum.

[@gavelston3943]

Hey, Dave! Great video! I have a suggestion for the storage/bathroom/kitty litter. For cat owners like my uncle, he buys these pretty heavy duty plastic containers of Tidy Cat kitty litter. They have a good amount of storage space, a top that is both completely removable as well as having a flap that can be opened for scooping without removing the whole lid, and a decent handle for transport. I do a lot of truck topper camping and these are GREAT for storage. They can store all of the things you mentioned in here (with perhaps the exception of the blanket, clothes and charging block) and are nice and squared off with a lid, a bonus perk to the bucket solution that may have a tendency to slide around or tip over. If you have cat-people that are in your life, they may well have a spare litter container you can have. And if you don’t, it’s seriously worth buying one for all of the uses that they bring to the table. Also I think it is INSANE how few people don’t carry an MRE or two in their vehicle. For those unaware, MRE food requires nothing more than about two teaspoons of water (if that) to heat, they’re calorically dense, packaged so that they can be snacked on over a period of time, and have a extremely long shelf life. I know I tend to pack for longer term emergencies given the nature of my hobbies, but seriously - a kitty litter tote (MAYBE two), a couple of MREs, and 30 minutes spent preparing, and you will make your temporary emergency situation SO much more comfortable than what it might be.

[@bravowhiskey4684]

My GM trucks have a recirculating mode on the hvac, not sure if other makers do this. It prevents pulling fumes from outside, and keeps the cabin warmer by reheating the same air.

[@mikesouthey1657]

Hi Dave, as always, love the video! Living in Queensland, Australia, cold is not really an issue🙂, however, we use mylar bubble wrap window screens to keep the heat out of the car. I'm thinking similar for the 4 sides of the cab/ windows in the cold would help keep the warmth inside. In fact, I'd love to see an experiment testing how much difference they would make. 2 of the same car , one with and one without the screens same time , same place , only run the engine 10 minutes/ hour. Test temperatures inside and outside through the night...

[@azhomeboy2000]

Thanks Dave for this. I just wanted to give all us the heads up on a product called the NOCO boost plus GB40. It is a power brick, vehicle jump starter, and flashlight in one easy package.

[@1111atreides]

I have the DNA for prepping but it was Hurricane Katrina that motivated me. It was not so much the horror of the carnage but rather the apathy and laziness on full display that caused me to gather the most important prep: KNOWLEDGE. Prepare yourself so that vital resources are not spent hauling your butt to safety but also so that you can help the 83 year old grandmother in the car next to you, the 4 kids in the stationwagon behind you and the 20 year old college kid in front of you. Fun fact: The jump-start-in-a-bag thingy has a usb thingy for emergency phone charge.

[@livetosurvive4558]

Absolutely essential kit. Great job. Some of us have to learn the hard way. Thanks for throwing this out there.

[@jwall62]

I've provided my family with back packs with all those items in it as gifts, I stocked them with enough to survive for 3 days and the back pack allows them to hike out of a situation. I also included strap on mini spikes for moving on ice, chemical hand and foot warmers, 3 ways to start fires, including artificial fire starting bricks (small), wool blanket, mylar blanket, small tarp, para cord, knife, headlamp, oil filled candle. My fear was always around going off the road into the woods and waiting for days to have someone find you. I also gave the PLBs

[@williambreen4915]

For the ladies out there, having a Poncho to add to this kit can them some privacy if, in an emergency, they need to use the bathroom outside the vehicle.

[@loydevan1311]

My wife always complains about all that junk I carry in the trunk of the car. After 4th of January I-95 fiasco she has NOTHING to worry about. I have a pint paint can with a lid.. Roll of Toilet paper and three pints of alcohol as a heater. I get my survivor candles from church. They have candle light service at church and used them for 20minites with a total burn time of 6 hours, when they are done with them they are thrown away. Hundreds of them.. Free for the taking. Make a candle holder for a gallon metal can. Ive also got a one gallon can that I melt down candle pieces and make a three wick candle.. Just can't keep it in the car during the warm months but a perfect light & heat source for the fall & winter especially with such a stable base.. We both take medications so I have a case of bottled water in the trunk as well as 20k calories. Couple of ounces of meat protein at sunset will help the body to generate body heat. We have a medication to go bag that has a week's worth of medications. Great video. It's wonderful for the beginner to start thinking about preparedness. Miss you and Cody on the TV. Beards looking good too. Semper Fidelis Semper Paratus.

[@crlaf1978]

Long before I took an emergency preparedness course, back when I started driving, I designated every trunk out of every car to have supplies in case of an emergency. Always food/water, but now a sleeping bag, Mylar, etc. Back then, the show “I shouldn’t have survived” was big, and one left a huge impression - enough to create the awareness for need of a kit 🙌🏻

[@denniscleveland669]

6 gallon buckets, if you can find them, are a little taller and comfortable for some. Everything Dave mentioned can most likely be stored in one.

[@imgadgetmanjim]

So some of the people ended up being stuck about 36 hours on 95 and route 1. When we had snowmageddan a few years ago with 24-30 inches of snow some of my coworkers called back to the hospital saying they were sitting on beltway stuck without food, water, blankets or gas. They idled it all away to stay warm. So I would add keep your gas tank at half or more. I always fill at half. Also someone had a family member with fevers so keep a few medications like Tylenol, Advil, charcoal all times in the car. Also extra meds you are on. I appreciate the video and have most of these items but you showed a couple “upgrades” I need to make.

[@92bm80em]

I watch this video every late fall before getting the vehicle ready for the winter. Thank you.

[@ajherring92]

I like to think of my vehicle as an extension of my get home bag. Where I have a ranger roll in my backpack, I have a second poncho liner or wool blanket, sleeping pad and so forth. I learned to make my vehicle an extension of my ruck in Afghanistan. I love that you're doing this for people Dave.

[@mrwdpkr5851]

3:23 Way ahead of you , buddy . I ALWAYS have contactor trash bags , paper towels , 5 gallon bucket and a large mouth laundry soap jug with the spout cut out of it in my work van .

[@leesonoutdoors]

Thanks, Dave, so tired of all the people who fail to plan, much less simply think ahead and delay travel! I will never forget my first active duty station. We had quarterly gear checks that included not only rapid deployment go bags but what we had in our POV for preparedness. I was used to it. I grew up this way guess I was lucky BOY SCOUTS BABY!

[@UserFormelyKnownAs_hjkh]

This happened to us in texas on I35 several years ago. I have/had a capable 4x4 and actually went down to deliver some goods to my moms coworkers husband who was stuck in his rig. It was amazing to me how ill prepared people were. I loaded my truck up with folks several times giving them rides to the nearest truck stop. Since then, there has been a winter kit in my wifes car.

[@mtlicq]

Something simple to include: A little flashlight. If you drop your car keys outside in the dark, hard to find it with a candle on a windy night. Also, *a pair of suede work gloves / construction gloves,* so you can get better grip, better torque when using tools and not worry about splinters or "paper cuts" or ruining your keep-warm mitts. Trying to use bare hands on tire iron and replace a heat-conducting metal wheel rim and metal nuts & bolts, with salt or slush or water or snow on a cold windy day can make frost-bite happen way sooner or simply slow down the work while trying to re-warm your hands. On'ly costs about $3

[@shadowsandwind]

I work on the highway in that area (not a plow guy don’t @ me) and I got stuck in one of the worst spots in the very beginning on Monday morning. I saw it turning into a survival situation pretty quick so I ditched my car and even my precious backpack and hiked down I’d say about 7 or 8 miles into familiar territory where I knew where I could dry off and warm up. I left my pack because in that particular situation being as light on my feet as possible was worth more than everything in the pack put together. My physical condition and my experience hiking, as well as watching videos like yours to stay in that survivalist mindset are what really came through for me.

[@joanl2057]

For a softer seat, add a sliced pool noodle to hold plastic bag on 5 gallon bucket with the kitty liter.

[@henrya3530]

Further to the excellent suggestions made in the video and the comments section I also use disposable hand warmers - they look like a big teabag and last for up to 8 hours. Put them inside your clothing but not directly next to your skin. I usually put one in my shirt pocket to help maintain body core temperature. Playing cards and a couple of books can help to pass the time while you wait for rescue or for conditions to improve. Of course not getting stuck in the first place is best. A (folding) shovel and a length of old carpet, say 40cm x 200cm, can help you to get moving when you have no traction on ice/snow especially if you are not in a 4WD vehicle.

[@patmills2089]

Thank-you for a thorough sensible show. I have been motivated between what happened in Texas last year and the serious incident on I-95 two weeks ago, ( plus other incidents in the recent past like the problem in the Chicago area 4-5 yrs ago that stranded people for 3-5 days..). Some people in the Virginia area were only 10-15 min on the interstate when they got stuck! ie;! Very close to home! Most people wouldn't be thinking preparing for long trip out in the country on rural roads etc. We dashed out on weekends to go skiing on weekends. I always kept water and down sleeping bags. When out kids were little and we were only going out to run errands( winter- remnants of recent snow etc ), I insisted on taking our bib skipants and blankets with us. My husband went along with me, but I think he thought I was over preparing. Speed forward 15 years and last year, in early November we lost all power to our hybrid car on an entrance ramp from one suburban road to the next( alongside a big shopping mall). It was only 8:30 in the evening ( the daytime temp was about 68-70,° but dropped like a rock to 45-50° when a big front moved in and brought a hard rain that lasted for hours). We didn't have great rain gear. The police came and put up flares for us- the ramp was Cory and shrouded in trees, so cars wouldn't see us until I top of us). The only things we had in the car was a small wool throw, a few towels, and a couple hot hands. In two hours waiting for our road side assistance company our cell phones were dead( we had been using them to distract ourselves and make phone calls). I found a small box of batteries with a small brick charger that still had 50% power. I had left it in the car for camping and emergencies. We reloaded our flashlights and charged our cell phone and let the roadside emergency people know that we were on low cell power. It felt very nerve-wracking to be in such conditions so close to home/ civilization. Lol! We were getting very cold by the time the tow truck came. Total time 3hours.Nothing compared to those people on 95. But we had zero heat. You never think that will happen... I have slowly built up our supplies. But I have a health challenge right now so I have to be more careful about getting too cold. So, I try not to go out in high risk situations. We ordered the nine hour candles, that you recommended, and I bought two bags of the hot hands to have some extras in the car every trip. Plus, my son received a jackery 160 power battery unit as a birthday gift. So, he has that in the car for emergency lights phone etc. What emergency radio/ charger, light would you recommend? And can you leave them in the car in cold weather? Hot??? I would like one with removable batteries. I can put the batteries in my pocetbook or in some type of insulated container. Thank-you!

[@rubyjackson5630]

I live in Southern Wv and we always carry a 5 gallon bucket with emergency items in it and have for years!! Great video 👍🇺🇲👍

[@BrianOgilvie79]

Excellent interview Dave! Very practical and clear communication!

[@durango8882]

Thanks David, mine is loaded with that and more. In NM I-25 lots of desert. So I’m always ready.

[@drcsep]

Thanks for providing preparedness important information. One big mistake that people have a tendency to do is not keeping their vehicles with full gas tank. Make a survey and you would be surprised. Personally, when I hit the 3/4 mark is time for me to refill my gas tank. Great video…

[@stevep5736]

Thanks Dave ! Big fan of yours for many years. Excellent video, direct and very informative. Keep them coming.

[@hubster4477]

A package of those handwarmers would be nice too. Warm hands and feet would be nice.

[@kibblenbits]

I live in rural northern MI and use to commute 3 hours daily, to my place of work. I'm now retired; however, I still maintain and update the storage container in my trunk, filled with everything you mentioned and more. I still keep a pillow, bedding, heat and light source in my back seat. The power brick I have is on my key chain, so the cold isn't an issue and it's always with me. Even though I no longer drive that much, I never lose sight of the fact that I could end up in a life and death situation, especially during the winters here.

[@massivedynamic2339]

Dude, it wouldn't be an issue for me, after watching your vids for years. Plus, i hunt. I'm always ready. Great info!

[@Flashahol]

Good advice. I would only add that you should always be dressed for the elements no matter how short or long the ride will be.

[@susanwoodman2996]

grew up driving in winter conditions so my Dad was always making sure we were set up for anything! Thanks Dave, another great video!!!

[@cinsforgiven7]

Great interview and follow up video Dave! I’m lucky to have a full Bugout Bag in my vehicle!🤣🤣🤣 We are fulltime RVers and haven’t the space for it in the house so hubby said if I was going to keep it, it had to be in the truck! My reply was FINE! I’ll keep it in there, AND build you one to keep in YOUR truck too!! That was five years ago. Hes so sneaky, He’s ditched the bag by turning his truck into our Overland vehicle! 🤣🥰 Blessings to you and yours Dave! ☮️💟✝️

[@kirk1968]

Terrific video, subscribed! Apologies if someone's already mentioned this, but I'd also have a portable AM/FM/WX radio on-hand, maybe one of the hand-cranked ones that do not require batteries. So many great suggestions in these comments, be safe out there, friends!

[@tomstrongbeardtv1098]

I hate how my friends and some other people think I'm a hoarder / crazy person. Just because I have a shovel, tarp, ax, saw, road flares, emergency backpack, wool blanket, cotton blanket, and a bunch of other things. Including dog hair and dirt LOL. And I also started using pieces of cardboard as floor mats because of the snow and ice and salt that accumulates during the winter months and makes it easier to keep my car floor clean.

[@juliopinzon9489]

Last Christmas a family friends of mine went to Tahoe all six of them in a non-4 x 4 SUV, at first they were laughing and thinking of all the necessary equipment that I take on my outings. They were stranded at a gas station off hwy 50 for 3 days. Food water and almost everything was gone in a matter of minutes. They returned wind and cold burnt and they don’t laugh anymore. Thanks Dave I hope people heed to your excelente advice

[@stevenkeithley4336]

Alot of people forget the basics it's good to have a reminder thanks Dave keep em coming.

[@briankwright1506]

Great video! To include what you mentioned, I also keep a pair of winter boots, socks, and a small snow shovel. This is in case you go off the road into a snow bank and need to dig an area of snow away from your exhaust pipe and doors. Happen to me in alaska once when I was stationed there in the USAF.

[@carly1478]

Great tips! I need to add these things to my car. I only have matches, emergency blanket, poncho currently. Miss your show you were my favorite 👍

[@dubc3615]

Awesome information. I will be adding some items to the kit. Getting stuck in the cold is bad news. I remember a big storm we had multiple people suffer from frost bite on feet and fingers when they got stuck.

[@wcdjmase]

Great video. People often overlook the importance of field sanitation.

[@jefferystephens7677]

I keep an extensive emergency pack in my trunk. I need to add a toilet kit and some water. I have a emergency blanket and moving blanket. Thanks for the info Dave. Great video.

[@donaldeugenealford4080]

Great knowledgeable advice Dave Canterbury. Coming from a guy born in Indiana and now lives in Ohio he most definitely knows what he's talking about. Been following u since Dual Survivor, I've watched u come along ways Dave, I enjoy every video.

[@russelltheone6969]

Lithium ion hates extream temp changes. Check level every few days. Also check for swelling or expansion which can signal danger. I'm happy you mention latrine duty, very few folks recall that when nature calls; there is no voice mail lol.

[@rclem87]

Great video Dave! One thing I would add. My dad used to commute in the mountains of western N.C. He was a business man so dressed according but he always kept a pair of good warm boots in his truck in winter just in case. If you get stuck in the snow and have to get out of your vehicle, better to have something other than a pair of wingtips.

[@jamesnimmo1049]

Very good information about being stuck in the cold.I live in Canada where this scenario can play out anytime in the winter.thanks for sharing your knowledge.cheers

[@myrthmaker]

This is a great video. I carry a couple left and right zip sleeping bags in my vehicle that can be zipped together for me , the misses and it’s a tight fit but our child to share body heat. Also, something else to carry is clear plastic bag and duct tape in case a window is broken from a vehicle strike.

[@CandC68]

I'd add a couple tall kitchen trash bags and gallon zip lock bags rolled up tight. A couple heavy duty trash bags can also become galoshes in case you need to go outside in heavy rain or snow.(wet feet sux). Any of the small Victorianox Swiss Army knives. A few rubber bands. A small (50 foot) piece of paracord. And a cheap comforter style blanket in a vacuumed out bag, makes it small light and clean for "in case of." Also, if you have spare small batteries (AA, AAA, or coin type), when things look to be going south, put them in a shirt pocket to keep them warm and charged. And in between times, you should switch them out for daily use, so fresh ones are in your "back up gear." Also urinating in the empty water bottles "may" be an option. It reduces the time you may need to open your car door. A separate thought is for if you are traveling with kids. Make it a contest when at home, have them compete to come up with the best things to have stashed in the car. They may come up with a few good ideas, AND have them think about dealing with unexpected things that could come up.

[@GetUrPhil]

If you have water, make sure that it isn't full for when it freezes, Have them at 3/4 full to compensate for expansion and so the bottles don't burst. Always good to have these supplies for the JUST IN CASE. You have probably heard about 1-95 and last yrs snow storm in Texas. If you have food, it will warm your body up because heat is created when breaking down food. That is why you should eat before bed if you are out camping and know that the temp is going to drop. Also, make sure you relieve yourself before going to bed, that will make it so you don't have to get out of bed in the middle of the night and you can get a full night's sleep. I have an emergency candle that will last 96 hrs that I bought at a dollar store.

[@slingblade0085]

GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!! This is HAPPENING NOW.......So....this IS just what the PEOPLE NEED👍👍👍👍 GREAT JOB Mr. Canterbury.....I grew up in the Ohio Valley.....this hits HOME!!! I'm on the Pa side

[@sirkai007]

On the topic of auxiliary power, ryobi makes an inverter that runs on their cordless power tool batteries. Has a 150 watt output 110 volt outlet and two USB ports. Couple that with like a 9 Amp hour battery pack and you could keep comms devices running for a while.

[@unitedwestand126]

I am one that likes to be prepared for just that type of scenario which is why I keep a wool blanket from your store in my vehicle along with plenty of water and food/snacks. I keep a pack with equipment that I need to go longer than 24 hrs. Oh and I don't let my tank run lower that half tank either. Some folks with drive low of fuel and find themselves in that pinch and wish they had more. Thanks for the videos. It's always a good reminder.

[@josephtrinkle3255]

Always enjoy hearing your thoughts on things. Wish I would've seen you on Fox! That's cool

[@justinliptak5423]

Thank you sir for your no nonsense common sense approach to what we all need to do to prepare for adversity in life. I personally Maintain all of those items in all of my vehicles aside from the large battery bank. I really do enjoy your content and would love to come to your school at some point in time.

[@kriscrabtree2935]

I live In the cascade mountain foothills, I carry lot of your gear in the back of my SUV. In the winter time I’m always ready to spend the night in my car. Been a fan for years! Thank you !

[@orenmontgomery8250]

Probably one of the most relevant survival videos in recent memory.

[@tomcatt998]

Back in the day's when i could afford a van i always kept it supplied, if need B i could pull off the road & live comfortably with my supplies 4 a month Winter or summer

[@bethannmundt7907]

Just telling a friend this very thing. I got stranded several years ago in a snow storm and had to sleep in my car. (Dodge Avenger). Luckily I had paracord, an all weather blanket and a wool blanket in my trunk (along with other essentials) and I stayed toasty in my make shift shelter in 8 degree weather. Didn't turn the car on once! The majority of my gear comes from SRO. I worked in Indy but lived about 70 miles East of there. Long way to go when 465 is a slip-n-slide.

[@martinmiller1087]

Horse/animal pine bedding pellets, as sold by Tractor Supply work far better than cat litter in a camp toilet. Additionally, the bedding pellets are far less expensive and more effective at reducing odor.

[@tomritter493]

Great tips as always .I also carry the cheap mylar balnkets to cover windows keep regenerating the heat back at me and it helps going to the bathroom

[@truhartwood3170]

Thought for a toilet kit - a large Tupperware container with two lids - one regular lid, and one where you've cut the centre out, so it's just the locking rim part. The one that's just a rim can be used to lock a baggie in place when doing your business. Haven't tried it, just sending my thoughts into cyberspace.

[@bobbid65]

I watch a lot of prepping videos. Currently, my emphasis is on vehicle preparedness, both for the vehicle and for the occupants. Your video is the first one I've watched that addressed toileting issues when stranded in your car. Oh, the things you don't think about until it's too late. 🥴

[@robertferguson5448]

I am amazed at how unprepared so many folks are....this is a great vid on having items/skills that are good enough to do the basics....I roll w all manner of kit in my suv too...I enjoy your take on things..keep up the good works...

[@annej5699]

When my kids were small we kept a Rubbermaid kitchen cereal container lined with a shopping bag as a trash can in our car. One of our kids was prone to carsickness on hot days, so we would pull the bag of trash out and hand over the container for a barf bucket. When my nephew was 3 we were caught at the post office with no public toilet and no available wall for a toddler with a full bladder (only walls available were glass with people inside). I had him stand in my van with the bucket and maxi pads in the bottom and told him to soak the pads. I highly recommend keeping these all on hand in vehicles.

[@tc556guy]

I was thinking about the problem of the call of nature in that situation. Me personally, I wouldn't want to be taking a dump in the car. The smell would drive me nuts over time. Then I thought about those privacy enclosures they sell for people to set up as shower or latrine areas while car camping. Then I thought about how to replicate such an enclosure without buying the dedicated unit. It occurred to me that most of us campers have a few old pole sets laying around for tents that have long since ended their useful life. The poles by themselves break down to next to nothing in size. It occurred to me that combining a pole set from your old tent with a regular old blue tarp, set up outside the car as a windbreak and for privacy, might accomplish the task. Better than smelling your bodily waste for the duration

[@bigjohn524]

Great information Dave!!! I have been in those types of situations. Thank you Sir!!

[@fatboyrowing]

I have a kit and I keep refining it… and adjusting it for the season. My daughter drives 200 miles on an interstate between home and school. You make a good point about keeping warm and bathroom breaks. She has a wool blanket and cold weather gear in her kit. But a urine bag with gel would be a good and appropriate addition. And maybe a bucket for “solid”. I’m glad you made this content

[@jimhale3879]

Thanks Dave that was a very great video on the basics. Like you mention you don’t need a lot to survive!

[@robert4027]

i always keep the tank full. . but its definitely not enough. thank you Dave

[@tomtroy3792]

Some little candies to suck on for comfort and a couple books to read helps with the mental needs