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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...

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...

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 precautions...

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...

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...

The use of candles around the home has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more people appreciating the many scents, designs, and ambience. However, the increased use of candles has resulted in an increase of home fires. The U.S. Fire...

A home burglary occurs every 12 seconds. The losses and strong feelings of violation and vulnerability that follow can be devastating. By taking preventive steps and developing the right habits, you can reduce your chances of becoming a target. Securing your home...

In a perfect world, our children would be safe from harm. But in the real world, it is up to us as parents to make the right decisions regarding our children and to review with them rules for safety and what to do in case of an emergency. Review the appropriate route...

Serving the residents of Pittsburg, KA since 1969. A Safe Holiday Season The holiday season can be an exciting time of year. However, with trees and decorations, lights and candles, safety becomes important to make sure that the holidays are happy and tragedies are...