Surviving winter gridlock: be prepared says AAA

CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) – As a narrow lake effect band dumped as much as two feet of snow on a few areas of Western New York Thursday night, some drivers were stuck in their cars for hours while the snow continued to fall through the night.
Winter is the worst time to get stuck in your car for an extended period, and the AAA of Western and Central New York suggests a “winter survival kit” can be crucial, starting with your cell phone. Brian Dadswell of the AAA said every car