Lightning Safety
https://www.weather.gov/media/safety/Lightning-Brochure18.pdf
https://www.weather.gov/media/safety/Lightning-Brochure18.pdf
August 7, 2022 by Jeanette Gilbert Space heaters are a great way to stay warm in the winter when you live in a cold climate. But it can be a struggle in smaller homes to find a place to plug them in, and you may be wondering if you can plug your space heater into a surge…
Trips to the beach aren’t always fun in the sun. Plan your summer beach visit with the following safety tips in mind. Rip Currents Rip currents account for more than 80 percent of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. They are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore that quickly pull swimmers out to…
Turn Around Don’t Drown at Flooded Roads Know What to do Before, During and After a Flood Flooding is a coast-to-coast threat to some part of the United States and its territories nearly every day of the year. This site is designed to teach you how to stay safe in a flood event. If you…
Only you can prevent house fires — or at least greatly lower the risk by keeping an eye out for these warning signs of trouble Paul HopeHome (Photo: Thomas Skjaeveland/Shutterstock) Electrical malfunctions cause more than 50,000 house fires each year, according to Electrical Safety Foundation International. The majority can be prevented. To protect your own home,…
TREVOR LAIBL, safer-america.com, JANUARY 30, 2023 Winter is coming and you need to ensure you have all the necessities to keep you and your family safe. These winter storms can knock out power, freeze water pipes, and leave you and your family under brutal circumstances. That is exactly why you need to be ready. Remember:…
Can a Space Heater Be Plugged into an Extension Cord? August 7, 2022 by Jeanette Gilbert As the temperature drops during the cold months of winter, you are bound to feel the need to crank up the heat in your home. Space heaters offer a more portable and cost-effective solution than traditional heating systems. However, if…