Health Tip: Stock Your Car for Winter Weather

With the onset of winter weather, it's a good idea to stock your car with a seasonal emergency kit.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends these cold-weather essentials:

• Blankets to keep warm.
• A stash of non-perishable foods and fresh water.
• A first aid kit.
• Cat litter or sand in case you need traction.
• Jumper cables, flares and a tire pump.
• Maps and a compass, and a stash of plastic bags.
• A battery-powered radio, flashlight and an extra supply of batteries.