Be Aware, Prepare and Douse the Flames The keys for staying fire safe outdoors is to prepare for whatever conditions you may encounter, be aware of your surroundings and build and extinguish campfires properly. In some cases, campfires may not be allowed. It is very important to check with the local area to determine if […]
ICYMI: 7 Back to School Driving Safety Tips
Safety Tips Summer is drawing to a close and school is starting up again, meaning increased traffic on the roads. With college students packing up their cars to go back to campus, and parents dropping off and picking up kids from school, the increase in traffic congestion and distracted driving can create dangerous road conditions […]
Safe and Responsible Use of Consumer Fireworks
Fireworks can be a lot of fun, but also very dangerous if you don’t use them properly. Safety is the most important thing when it comes to using fireworks. Check out these safety tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety: Recommended Safety Tips Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks. Know your […]
Teen Driver Awareness
Teen Driver Awareness is extremely important, especially to parents. As you know, many teens pass their drivers test every year leading to young, inexperienced drivers. Did you know that 450,000 teens are injured in car crashes every year? More shocking numbers include 27,000 who are hospitalized and 5,500 who lose their life. While teens are […]
Turkey Fryer Safety
5 Tips for Deep Frying a Turkey This Thanksgiving Those who have tasted deep-fried turkey usually say there’s simply no comparison to an oven-roasted bird — turkey out of the fryer is moist, with crispy skin and a beautiful color. And, it cooks much more quickly than a turkey in the oven, which means you […]
Football Fan Safety
Make football season not just fun, but also safe Finally, fall is here! That eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves, the start of school and, of course, football season in Ohio! Football season brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities for football fans, from game-day tailgates and […]
Night Driving Dangers
A little extra caution can go a long way while driving at night Summer has ended, and while fall and winter have their own pleasures — including ice skating at Fountain Square — longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even […]
Safety at Home: Fire & Burns
Seconds Can Mean the Difference Between Life and Death The theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-14 is “Every Second Counts; Plan 2 Ways Out!” Working smoke alarms, which cut the chances of dying in a house fire in half, are a family’s first indication of a fire. But once that alarm sounds […]