We’ve already seen some snow in Malheur County, and now is the time to make sure your vehicle, and you, are ready to hit the road safely this winter.

Some tips:

Always check the weather for your route and use Tripcheck.com for road conditions. Keep a winter emergency kit in your vehicle. Suggested items include:

Phone charger, warm clothes, blankets

First aid kit, bottled water and non-perishable snacks

Jumper cables, flashlight with batteries, road flares

Ice scraper, shovel, tire chains if needed

Winterize your vehicle, keep a full tank of gas and a spare tire

Visit ready.gov/car for more tips