Broken Down on a Rural Road Near Regina? What to Do Until Help Arrives

Rural Breakdowns Are Different

Just outside Regina, traffic thins quickly. Grid roads have few signs, cell coverage can be patchy and the nearest building may be kilometres away. Whether you are east toward Balgonie and White City, northeast near Pilot Butte, or out in the RM of Edenwold, a few steps make a big difference.

1. Get Off the Travelled Part of the Road

Pull as far to the side as you safely can, even on a quiet road. Hills, curves and blowing snow can hide a stopped vehicle. Turn on your hazard lights straight away.

2. Pin Down Your Location

• Drop a pin: Share your location from your phone's maps app. This is the fastest way to guide a driver to you.
• Note landmarks: Highway number, the nearest crossroad or range road, farm names, power lines or grain bins.
• Say which way you were heading: It helps the dispatcher approach from the right direction.

3. Stay With the Vehicle

Unless there is an immediate danger, stay inside with your seatbelt on and doors locked. A vehicle is much easier to spot than a person, and it shelters you from the weather. In cold conditions, run the engine only in short intervals and make sure the exhaust pipe is clear of snow.

4. Call Dispatch

Call (306) 807-2277 and tell us your location, what happened, and what type of vehicle you have. We will send the right equipment, whether that is a flatbed tow, a winch recovery from a ditch, a fuel delivery or a battery boost.

5. Keep Your Phone Alive

Lower your screen brightness, close unused apps and keep the phone warm. If you lose signal, move to higher ground only if it is safe and close to your vehicle.