Car emergency kit checklist for breakdowns and accidents
Pack a car kit for a breakdown or delay. Check phone power, lights, water, warmth and first-aid supplies with this printable list.
THE EVERYDAY PREPAREDNESS LIBRARY
Vehicle & Personal Safety
Prepare for roadside delays, winter weather, an accident, or an outage while you are away from home.
One thing to do today: Check that your phone charger and flashlight work in the car.
Guides in this section
Citywide power outage: a plan for being away from home
Plan for a power outage while you are at work or out in town. Pack a small delay kit and agree on contacts, pickup backups and a safe place to wait.
Winter car emergency kit for delays and getting stranded
Pack for a winter road delay with blankets, warm clothes and car supplies. Check your route and print the winter-trip checklist.
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Food & Water
A pantry you use, water you can reach, and a grocery budget you can keep.
Money & Job Loss
Prepare for a missed paycheck, organize benefits, and work through the bills.
Home & Power
Practical plans for an outage, an unexpected repair, or a day without a working kitchen.
Family & Documents
Keep records, contacts, and household instructions where the right person can find them.
Firearm Ownership & Laws
Practical ownership planning: secure storage, qualified training, ammunition care, and current state-law sources.