Who doesn't love snowstorms? Going out there and throwing snowballs at your loved ones, climbing up to the highest points of slopes and ski down, making snowmen decorated with carrots and olives; lying down and making snow angels on the snow-covered lanes. We all love fun activities such as these, right?

Lisa Fotios/Pexels | The snowstorm that brings a smile to so many faces can be deadly when you get stuck in it

But the same snowstorm that brings a smile to so many faces can be deadly when you get stuck in it. So what do you do when that happens?

#1 - Stay in Your Car

Obvious as it is, you must stay in your car during a snowstorm unless an exit is somewhere very close by. Walking around at such a time might lead to unnecessary accident and in some extreme cases, even death.

#2 - Keep Supplies in Your Car

Not everyone loves to check up on the weather forecast before leaving the house. Many don't even like checking pop-ups on their phones, which often clearly state emergencies such as "there might be a snowstorm today." To all of you who belong to these categories, always keep backup supplies in your car.

Now when we say backups, we’re not talking about only food and drinks. You must have some warm clothes, a pair of shoes and socks, your prescribed medicines, essential tools such as a shovel, an ice-scraper, and anything that you might need during this kind of weather. Also, if you travel with people or pets, don't forget to add their necessities to this list as well.

RODNAE Productions/Pexels | In addition to having food and drinks in your car as backup, you must also have blankets, socks, your medicines, a couple of snow clearing tools, etc.

#3 - Try Innovative Ways of Insulating Your Cabin

Winter isn't a one-time thing. It comes every year, and unfortunately, every time it does, it is just a little bit colder than the last time. If you want to make your car a cozy, comfortable haven, add towels or blankets to cover all the drafty gaps. These will create an isulating barrier and the cold air would no longer be able to seep in.

#4 - Always Have Your Tank or Battery Half Full

Let's face it; we've all ignored our half-filled fuel tanks thinking we can work with them. But before you make that same mistake again, remember that during the winters, water sits at the bottom of gas station storage tanks. And when a tanker refills them, it mixes with the gasoline and transfers the mix to your tank. Now, in extremely cold weather, this mixture with water in it can freeze and lead to a breakdown.

Gustavo Fring/Pexels | Before you ignore your half-filled fuel tank, remember that in winters, water sits at the bottom of gas station storage tanks

Now That You Know...

We bet you'll be safe and sound during the next snowstorm that you encounter. If not, at least you'll be able to help the ones around you and make smart decisions.