Combine cozy and safety with these tips Cool breezes and longer nights mean it’s time to get cozy at home. For many, that means enjoying the glow and aroma of candles. But before you light up, remember that candles are open flames and should always be treated with extreme care.…
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Are yours working and where they need to be? When was the last time you checked your home’s smoke alarms? You should be checking and testing all of your smoke detectors monthly by using their “test” buttons; however, if you haven’t been checking them regularly, here are some reasons why…
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Seven safety tips to reduce all-too-common kitchen conflagrations A doorbell rings; a child calls; an email chimes: Telling yourself it will just be a minute, you leave a hot stove to deal with these issues. It’s OK to leave your cooking going while addressing these everyday occurrences, right? Think again:…
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When working to stop a wildfire, time is of the essence. Firefighters have minutes to hold back a blaze, and any disruptions can cost property and lives. During the recent Trailhead Fire, firefighting operations were disrupted by a hobby drone flown above the fire to take personal videos and photos.…