The first few minutes were crucial. I took a deep breath and decided to assess the situation calmly. I checked my phone for signal, which thankfully was strong enough to make calls and access the internet. I called a friend to let them know about my situation, and then I proceeded to look up the nearest service station. Learning that help was a tow truck ride away made me anxious, but I knew I had to be patient. I safely exited my vehicle and waited.