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As soon as winter arrives, everyone feels like traveling to the mountains. Snow covered valleys, thrill of snowfall and feeling of cold winds…for all this people start moving to places like Manali, Shimla, Auli, Mussoorie, Gulmarg. But sometimes this beautiful snowfall can also become a problem. Due to sudden heavy snow fall, roads get blocked, vehicles get stuck, temperature drops below zero and people get stuck in hostels, hotels or their cars throughout the night.
Such reports are seen every year that hundreds of people get stuck on the roads for hours while traveling amidst snow fall. If you are also planning to see snowfall this year, then it would be better to make some preparations in advance. Let us know in this article what things you have to keep in mind before going on a trip.
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check weather information
Before planning a trip during snow fall, it is most important to keep updated about the weather of the place where you are going. Because many times the weather department reports light snowfall, but by the time we reach the mountains, heavy snow fall starts. In such a situation, there is a danger of getting trapped in snowfall. Therefore, keep taking hourly updates in the weather app. Apart from this, you can get information about the route from the local police or tourist helpline. If there is an orange alert or red alert, it is better to postpone the trip.
Keep complete preparations for car and cab.
Getting the vehicle stuck in snow fall is the most common problem, hence it is very important to check some things before travelling. Therefore, check whether the tires of the car have good grip or not. Apart from this, keep snow chains with you to prevent slipping. Left with the fuel tank completely filled. Keep power bank, torch, ropes and basic tool kit in the car.
Extra Warm Clothes and Winter Gear
The temperature in the mountains can drop suddenly, so carry more winter gear than you think. It is very important to have waterproof jacket and boots. Apart from this, thermal inner, warm socks, hat, gloves, hand warmer and neck warmer are also very useful.
Keep network and battery backups ready
Mobile signals become weak in many areas during snow fall. Besides, the battery also drains very quickly. Therefore keep two power banks. Apart from this, write down your hotel, cab driver and local numbers in advance. Also download the offline map of Google Map.
keep a health kit
Even a small health issue can become a big problem in winter. In such a situation, if you prepare your own health kit in advance, you can avoid the problem. Also keep a thermometer, fever, cough and pain medicines, ORS and small first-aid kit in a box. Because finding a medical shop or hospital during snowfall can be a bit difficult.
Book hotels and cabs in advance
Last-minute booking in a snow destination can be very expensive or risky. In such a situation, choose the location of the hotel where the road is easily clean. Book the hotel and cab before leaving for the trip. Also choose such cab drivers who have good experience of hilly roads.
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