Halloween Safety

Halloween Safety

Halloween is a fun tradition, but often the excitement of it can cause children to forget to be careful. The major dangers are from falls and pedestrian/car crashes. Both children and adults need to think about safety on this annual day of make-believe. Motorists need...
Fire Safety

Fire Safety

Did you know? A fire threatens a home and family every 57 seconds Home fires are the fifth leading cause of injury and death in the U.S. Nearly 80 percent of all fire deaths occur where people sleep Home fires rank as the first cause of death for children under the...
The Dangers of Poison

The Dangers of Poison

It’s estimated that more than four million people are poisoned in the United States each year. No one is immune from poisoning, yet children under the age of six account for about 60 percent of all poisonings. Since most poisonings are accidental, taking...
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a silent killer. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless and tasteless gas created when fossil fuels, such as gasoline, wood, coal, propane, oil and methane, do not burn completely. Improperly maintained heating and cooking equipment are...
Cooking Up Some Safety!

Cooking Up Some Safety!

The number one cause of home fires and related injuries is cooking fires. While cooking is one of the most common and essential home activities, it can be a recipe for disaster if the appropriate safety measures are not followed. The most important safety step is to...