No one wants to deal with a breakdown or an accident, but it’s a situation you especially want to avoid in the winter. Careful driving and preparing for winter conditions will go a long way to prevent these situations, but sometimes circumstances are outside of your control. When that happens, you need reliable roadside assistance to ensure you can safely get yourself and your car out of the snow. At Viking Towing, we offer 24/7 towing services, so you can always rely on us to get you out of a jam.
Here are some tips to help you stay safe if you find yourself stranded this winter while you wait for roadside assistance.
Before You Call
Although you do want to call for assistance as soon as possible, there are a few things you should do first. If you can move your car, get as far off the road as possible and turn on your flashers. Use reflective triangles or flares if you have them, so you’re visible to other drivers. Stay inside your vehicle to stay warm and out of traffic, and then call for roadside assistance.
While You Wait
It’s important to stay warm and visible while you wait for help to arrive. Run your engine intermittently to stay warm, but ensure your exhaust pipe is clear to prevent carbon monoxide buildup. Keep your hazards on if you can and preserve your phone battery. If you don’t already have one, you should assemble an emergency kit for your car. Include useful items such as a blanket, bottled water, non-perishable snacks, a flashlight, a first aid kit, and a portable power bank. Hopefully, you won’t be stranded for long, but it always pays to be prepared.
24/7 Roadside Assistance from Viking Towing
If you’re in need of a tow this winter, Viking Towing is here to help. Stay calm, get to a safe place, and call us for roadside assistance. Even if it’s the middle of the night, we’ll dispatch someone to get you and your car to safety. Give us as many details about your location as you can so we can locate you quickly, no matter how deep into the middle of nowhere you are.
