Many individuals use space heaters to help keep their homes or apartments warm during cold weather months. While heaters can help keep an area warm in an energy-efficient way, they can also be dangerous. The National Fire Protection Association reported that space heaters accounted for 40% of home heating fires between 2009-2013. Not only that, […]
Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter
Frozen pipes can cause serious damage to your home or office. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) states that a single frozen pipe that bursts could cause more than $5,000 worth of damage. In this blog post, we’ll share a few actions to take for preventing water damage when the […]
Winter Safety Tips for Children and Older Adults
Whether or not there’s snow on the ground, winter weather can present special challenges, especially for children and senior citizens. In this blog post we’ll share some tips for keeping everyone safe in colder weather. Weather-Appropriate Clothing Be sure to dress for the weather. Several thin layers will help everyone stay dry and warm; layers […]
Grilling Safety Tips
There’s nothing like grilling a juicy burger while spending time with loved ones. But as statistics from the National Fire Protection Association reveal, grills can also cause serious injuries and property damage. An average of 8,900 home fires occurred each year between 2009-2013 (the most recent report available), resulting in approximately 10 fatalities, 160 injuries, […]
March is National Red Cross Month
In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “I request that during that month (March) our people rededicate themselves to the splendid aims and activities of the Red Cross.” Since then, the Red Cross has helped millions of Americans in times of need. While the organization is probably best known for collecting blood donations, a number […]
