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Your car is stuck in deep snow during a blizzard, and no building is in sight. How should you stay warm and safe while you wait for help?
Correct answer: Stay in the car; run the engine about 10 minutes an hour with the exhaust pipe clear.
Why
In a blizzard, your vehicle is your shelter, and rescuers are most likely to find you there. Run the engine and heater for about 10 minutes each hour, open a downwind window slightly, and keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Turn on the hazard lights, hang a bright cloth from the car, keep the inside light on at night, and let one person stay awake.
Verified against Vermont Driver's Manual · Winter driving · p. 48
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