Keeping your home comfortably warm during the winter months often requires the use of home heating equipment such as furnaces, fireplaces, or space heaters. Taking proper safety precautions while keeping your home warm this winter can help you and your family stay safe. Portable Heaters The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that portable […]
Toy Safety: Preventing Childhood Injuries
When you think of toys, you probably think of fun childhood memories. Making sure that the children in your life have fun memories with their toys requires a little bit of homework, as toy injuries can unfortunately occur. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report about toy-related deaths and injuries. It […]
Protect Your Information from Scammers This Holiday Season
Tis the season for…scams? Unfortunately, impersonation scams increase around the holidays. You can keep your information safe by learning how to identify and avoid them. Keep reading to find out what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams this holiday season. What is an Impersonation Scam? An impersonation scam is […]
Micromobility Devices Injuries Rise By 21%
Emergency departments have seen an increase in injuries due to the use of e-scooters and e-bikes over the past year. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that injuries associated with these and other micromobility devices increased by nearly 21 percent from 2021 to 2022. These types of injuries have continued to […]
Hyundai and Kia Recall: Engine Compartment Fire Risk
Nearly 3.4 Hyundai and Kia vehicles in the United States have been recalled due to risk of engine compartment fires. Owners are advised to park outdoors and away from buildings until the repairs are completed for their vehicles. The affected models have an anti-lock brake system module that may leak brake fluid internally, causing an […]
