Red Cross urges safety during travel.

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Travel risks can be greater at this time of year, as weather conditions may be dangerous. Drivers can follow these American Red Cross tips to help make their trip a safe one:

* Be sure your car is in good condition for a road trip; pack an emergency preparedness kit and supplies in the trunk; share travel plans with a family member or friend; check the weather along your route and plan for travel around any storms that may be coming; be well rested and alert; buckle up, slow down, and do not drive impaired; follow the rules of the road and use caution in work zones; give your full attention to the road by avoiding distractions such as cell phones; make frequent stops during long trips and rotate drivers (if you are too tired to drive, stop and get some rest); if you have car trouble, pull off the road as far as possible.

* With winter here, road conditions can get dangerous. If this occurs, it is best to pull over and stay with your vehicle--do not try to walk to safety; tie a brightly colored cloth (preferably red) to the antenna for rescuers to see; start the car and use the heater for about 10...