Tourism & Parks

Road Travel Emergencies

Liard Highway

You never know when or where your car may unexpectedly break down. Before setting out on any long distance trip, we recommend that you have with you the following kits:

Emergency Kit:

Here are some items that you should consider including in your emergency kit:

Antifreeze

Blankets

Candles

CB radio

Distilled water

Fire extinguisher

First-aid kit

Flares or reflector triangles

Flashlight

Full gas can

Ice Scraper

Jumper cables

Motor oil

Non-perishable, high-calorie food

Rope

Shovel

Traction mats, sand

First Aid Kit:

Here are some items that you should consider including in your first aid kit:

Antibiotic cream for cuts and burns

Band-Aids

Bug repellent

Cotton swabs

Copies of health insurance forms

Gauze pads

Lightweight blanket

List of all medications, special diets, and allergies, along with your physician's name and phone number

Pain killers

Rolled Bandages for wrapping injuries

Several large bandages

Sterile wash towelettes

Sunscreen

Travel pillow for elevating head or feet

Triangular cloth bandage

Further Information:

Summer and Winter Driving tips

Highway status report

Weather Conditions

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