There is no shortage of great Independence Day celebrations in Ripley County. Whether you want to see the fireworks, go to a parade, or hear a symphony orchestra perform, there is an activity for you. We’re rounding up the Ripley County fireworks schedule for July 2019. Milan Fourth of July Celebration Milan’s annual celebration kicks […]
Record Number of Children Dying from Heatstroke
Children, older adults, and pets are especially susceptible to heatstroke. In fact, last year 52 American children died of heatstroke. That’s the highest number of heatstroke deaths in more than twenty years. In late May, a five month old girl died in a daycare van in Jacksonville, Florida. She was the eighth child to die […]
Water Safety: Boating, Kayaking, and Water Skiing
Summer is here, and many Americans are trying to beat the heat by spending time on the water. Whether you spend your leisure time boating, kayaking, or water skiing, there are a few basic water safety rules that are important to remember. The US Coast Guard reported more than 4,000 boating incidents in 2017. Those […]
How to Report Elder Abuse
Older Americans can be vulnerable to elder abuse, especially when they are in the care of others. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Day, so let’s take a look at how to report elder abuse in Indiana. Who is an Endangered Adult? In the State of Indiana, an endangered adult is an individual who is […]
How to Respond to Heat-Related Illnesses
What happens when your body is exposed to more heat than it can handle? Heat-related illnesses can quickly escalate, leading to delirium, organ damage and even fatalities. The National Safety Council reported that 87 Americans died from exposure to excessive heat in 2017. Who’s at Risk? Everyone is at risk for heat-related illnesses such as […]
