Six Phone Numbers You Should Program Into Your Cell Phone

I got an email from the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS). The email was emphasizing the important role of your cell phone in an emergency situation. The email, that was actually sponsored from Nationwide Insurance, recommended that these six numbers be programmed in your cell phone:

1. I.C.E. This number, which stands for "in case of emergency," should be your emergency contact – a parent, spouse, close friend or whomever you want notified if something happens to you. Many emergency responders and hospital personnel know to look for this number.

2. Home. Your home phone number. If someone finds your lost cell phone, he or she can call this number to let you know your phone is intact. Emergency personnel may also try it as an alternative number if there is no answer at the ICE number.

3. Police. In case you have an emergency or witness someone else who needs help, you can notify your local police station about the situation more rapidly if you already have the number stored in your phone.

4. State highway patrol. See a motorist stranded by the side of the road? Be a Good Samaritan and call the state highway patrol for assistance.

5. Insurance company. If you are in an accident, you can notify your insurance company right away and get roadside assistance or towing help if you need it. (Nationwide's toll-free number for claims is 1-800-421-3535.)

6. Your motor club. Membership in an auto club can get you out of a jam. Store their 800 number in your cell phone in case you lock your keys inside the car or get a flat tire.