18 Important Items You'll Need This Winter In Montana

Montana winters can be brutal, and the last thing you want to experience is being stranded in the elements unprepared. It's important to put together a winter emergency kit, and here are a few items you need to include.

Subzero temperatures are common during Montana's winter months, and preparation is crucial. December 21 is the official start of winter, but in Montana, winter weather can arrive long before that.

Many Montana residents travel during the holidays, and road conditions can vary depending on the weather. If you travel during the winter, it's important to be prepared for the worst possible scenario. Getting stranded in sub-zero temperatures can be deadly if you don't have the necessary items in your winter emergency travel kit.

Before we reveal the items you'll need in your winter emergency kit, here are six items you should never leave in your car during the winter in Montana.

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The Montana Department of Transportation works hard throughout the winter to keep roads safe for drivers, but it may take enforcement agencies in Montana a while to assist you if you happen to slide off the road or get stranded.

You need to keep winter gear in your vehicle including shovels, blankets, and bottled water. You also need to dress appropriately for winter weather conditions. Whether you're commuting to work, or traveling long distances, you need to be winter-ready with an emergency travel kit for your car. It's better to be safe than sorry.

To help you out, we put together a list of essential items to include in your Montana winter emergency travel kit. If you think of anything else that should be included, please send us a message on our station app.

Gallery Credit: Jesse James

Gallery Credit: jessejames

Gallery Credit: Jesse James