Only the worst of forecasts keep many people at home during the winter. Fortunately, most motorists who venture out during severe winter weather manage to make it to their destination safely.

However, there are those who become temporarily stranded, and sometimes uncomfortably, for several hours or days as a blizzard rages. Occasionally the storm takes its toll, and reports of deaths hit the headlines.

Traveling in the winter without planning and being prepared for bad weather is dangerous. If vehicle trouble develops or an emergency arises, you may not be able to survive an extended period without the basics of shelter, food and clothing."

Read the rest of University of Nevada Reno's brochure on Winter Storm Preparedness.

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