No one wants to venture out on the roads on a day like today, but some unlucky folks have to brave the roads. It seems the only thing worse than having to go out is getting stuck in a snowdrift with no way to get your car out.

Worry not, our friends north of the border (who are probably just as, if not more, familiar with these driving condition than Mainers) at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety said.

There are some basic tips on what to do if your vehicle becomes stuck in a snowdrift:

• Avoid overexertion and overexposure to the cold.

• Stay in the car if you cannot shovel your car out of the snow —or in in blizzard conditions —do not leave the car for assistance unless help is visible within 100 yards.

• Turn on flashing lights or set up flares

• Run the car engine 10 minutes every hour to provide heat. Ensure that the tail exhaust pipe is free of snow and keep the window opened slightly, on the side shielded from the wind, to prevent the build up of carbon monoxide when the engine is running.

• Bundle up in a blanket, and wear a hat and scarf — the head and neck are major sources of heat loss from the body.

• Do not fall asleep. If there is more than one person in the car, take turns sleeping.

• Do not stay in one position too long. Do some exercises to help the circulation — move arms and legs, clap your hands, etc.

• Watch for traffic or rescuers