Tennessee Highway Patrol Reminds You to Take Precautions During This Winter Season

Be Prepared...........

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Highway Patrol reminds Tennesseans that during this winter season, it is important to be prepared.

Here are some tips to keep you and your loved ones safe:

• Maintain your vehicle with a minimum of a half tank of gas;
• Make sure your battery is maintained (Any auto part store will check for free);
• Check your windshield washer fluid and wipers;
• Remember if your wipers are on, then your headlights are required to be as well;
• Keep blankets, flash lights and batteries in your vehicle;
• First Aid kits are important to have on hand in your vehicle;
• Keep a cell phone charger in your vehicle;
• Keep a set of jumper cables or portable booster in your vehicle;
• A candle, matches and or lighter are helpful for light and warmth.

If your vehicle breaks down, activate your hazard lights and remain in your vehicle.

Please drive safely and dial *847 (*THP) if you need assistance, or 911 in the event of an emergency. The THP advises if you do not have to drive, please stay home.

Make safe choices……WE CARE!

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s (www.TN.Gov/safety) mission is to serve, secure, and protect the people of Tennessee.

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