With extreme cold temperatures in the forecast this weekend, it's important to make sure vehicles are prepared. Kansas State University Meteorologist Chip Redmond says a winter weather safety kit should be assembled and kept in the vehicle for emergencies.

Redmond says outside of emergencies some other items are important to have in a car during the winter.  Redmond says it is important to winterize vehicles to make sure everything is in good working condition, including the battery, tires and windshield wipers. He says it is good to know where the anchor points are on the vehicle in case it gets stuck and needs to attach a chain to get pulled out.