If, for any reason, you should need emergency assistance while in
transit, there are several contacts you can make:
1. Soldiers
and family members who are in a travel status and require assistance should call
the ARMY TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE (ATAC) at 1-800-582-5552. The ATAC is
dedicated to providing assistance to soldiers and family members who are
experiencing problems while traveling.
2. If you are near a
military installation, call the Army Community Service or Family Service
Center to find out what kind of assistance is available. It doesn't
matter which branch of the service-Army, Air Force, Navy or Marines. All will be
willing to help. Look in the phone book under "United
States".
3. Call the local branch of the American Red
Cross. They will either help outright, or make sure you get a
good referral.
4. Join an auto club such as the American
Automobile Association or one of the major retail clubs, like Montgomery Wards
or Sears.
5. It helps to have a major credit card with you to
help pay for any emergency, i.e. Master Card, VISA.