Disaster could come anytime, anywhere. It could be a widespread,
system-wide event, or it could be a personal crisis.
Hopefully you have your home and family as prepared as you can be for any
and all such SHTF situations.
But what about your vehicle?
Countless hours and miles are covered in our cars and trucks, and the road
can lead us anywhere.
What happens in the event of a natural disaster that could sweep your
vehicle into flooded waters, or turn your vehicle over in a ditch or a road
side?
Obviously the potential for serious injury or death is all too real. The
open road is one of the single most dangerous factors in the American
lifestyle, and car accidents are one of the leading causes of premature
death.
Worst of all, auto accidents and severe road hazards are completely
unpredictable in most situations.
Son of Liberty shares some very prudent and
important preps that he has installed in his truck to deal with the many
possibilities that could arise while on the road and in the vehicle:
Of course, a emergency
medical kit, a tourniquet and a bug out bag are all essentials to keep in
your car, and take with you everywhere you go. These devices can and will
save lives when first responders are still on their way, or even unavailable.
But here are a few additional installations that can be added to your
vehicle to protect you and your loved ones:
– Auto
Escape Strap Cutter and Glass Breaker Tool: Simple and inexpensive
devices like Auto
Escape Strap Cutter and Glass Breaker Toolthis
one made by Gerber Gear could save your life. This man installed one on
each side of the vehicle so that any passenger could easily reach and uses it
to cut their seat belt strap and break out a window to escape, even if the
worst should happen to the driver or alpha member of the group.
Here’s a demonstration of how it would work:
– Tactical
Visor: This inexpensive organizer goes over your existing sun visor and
allows you to keep much more than just sunglasses. This simple solution can
hold scissors, medical supplies, communications devices and other tools you
may need in an emergency.
– Raptor
Emergency Medical Tool: These scissors and multi-tools are designed to
fold up for tight storage and protect sharp edges in case it flies loose in a
moving vehicle or other situation. Its applications are numerous, but
obviously it could help to administer first aid, or free you from being
trapped in a wrecked vehicle.
– Mobile
HAM Radio: This device can be mounted in your vehicle and independently
powered for emergency communications with police and emergency workers, or
other individuals in situations where your cell phone has no service, or is
dead, lost or forgotten. It can and will save your life and keep you from
being stranded in an already-bad situation.
-Locking
Gas Cap: In the event of a SHTF collapse, zombie apocalypse or even a
stranding situation, fuel may become scarce, and you’ll want to keep any gas
you have in your tank. A simple and inexpensive locking gas cap can deter
thieves and looters from siphoning off the fuel in your vehicle’s tank. If
the supply chain does break down, or you have to bug out into the wilderness
for help, it will be essential to keep whatever is left for when you might
need it. This won’t make stealing your fuel impossible, but it will
significantly deter those looking for a quick score.
-Fire
Extinguisher for Electrical/Gas Fires: If a serious collision or impact
takes place, fire could easily engulf your vehicle – and having a fire extinguisher
rated to put out electrical and gas fires is critical, as they are the most
common fires in vehicles. This one is compact and handles all these
contingencies.
Of course there are many other supplies and preps you may want to consider
for your vehicle, and there are obviously many situations where your car
could become inoperable or impractical to use.
Nevertheless, having these items installed and ready in your
transportation will keep you ready to survive and save the lives of others in
numerous possible circumstances.
Stay vigilant, and please add any other important preps you have
considered for your car, truck, boat or RV.
