The risk for home fires is increased in winter months. Cold weather means heaters, fireplaces, furnaces, candles, and home cooking…all of which can be risk factors for home fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, half of all fires caused by home heating occur in the months of December, January, and February. Fatalities caused […]
Winter Night Driving Safety Tips
Did you know that the risk of a fatal automobile accident is three times higher at night? According to National Safety Council research, driving at night is more dangerous than any other time of the day. It’s not surprising, but it is a sobering statistic. Night Driving Risks With the recent end of Daylight Savings […]
Space Heater Safety
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 […]
