Baltimore, MD – Maryland drivers are being urged to prepare their vehicles today as the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) released a reminder to pack winter emergency kits ahead of upcoming cold-weather travel conditions.
According to the MDTA, motorists should equip their cars with essential safety items that can help during breakdowns, delays, or severe weather emergencies. The agency notes that winter travel can become hazardous quickly, especially during snow, ice, or sudden temperature drops across Maryland highways and bridges.
Recommended items include a fully charged cell phone and car charger, blankets or a sleeping bag, a flashlight with extra batteries, and jumper cables. The MDTA also suggests carrying emergency flares, extra clothing such as boots, hats, and gloves, and a shovel in case vehicles become stuck.
Drivers are further advised to keep bottled water or juice, nonperishable foods, a first-aid kit, and any necessary medications in their vehicles during the winter months. The agency also recommends packing sand or non-clumping cat litter, which can help provide tire traction on icy surfaces.
Transportation officials said these precautions can make a critical difference during winter emergencies, particularly during longer delays or roadway closures. The reminder comes as weather across Maryland becomes increasingly cold, with the potential for snow and freezing conditions in the coming weeks.
Motorists traveling across major routes—including I-95, the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel, and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge—are encouraged to check travel conditions frequently and ensure their vehicles are winter-ready.
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