The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has issued safety tips for walking in the ice, and the top tip is to walk like a Penguin! With temperatures set to continue this artic blast, it’s more important than ever to pay attention when out in the cold. Follow these tips and be safe out there! […]
Category Archives: winter safety
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Feb
Feb
As snow and frigid temperatures are due to continue this week, here are our top 4 tips for keeping safe and warm. 1. Dress warm, that means Layers! Keeping your core temperature warm is so important when we are faced with below freezing temperatures. Layer on clothes in order to fight the cold. Hypothermia is most […]
Winter can bring extremely low and dangerous temperatures with added wind chills, so it’s important to take proper precautions to minimize your risk of danger presented by severe cold weather. Before Extreme Cold Weather Hits • Be aware of weather conditions ahead by staying updated with the media • Prepare for the worst. Ensure you […]
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Feb
Feb
Winter weather can be treacherous. Snowstorms can look beautiful but can have devastating effects. Make sure your family is ready for a snowstorm with these simple tips: Keep an eye on the forecast: make sure you know what the weather looks like for the week ahead. Do you have plans that need to be cancelled? […]
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Jan
Jan
There are many activities to participate in around the winter season, including skiing, snowboarding, sledding, ice skating and more! Unfortunately, the treacherous winter weather comes with the risk of injuries in young children. In 2013, more than 47,000 children were treated in ERs for injuries related to sledding, ice skating and snowboarding, and the majority […]
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Jan
Jan
The Super Bowl continuously ranks as one of the most dangerous times of year for drunk driving deaths. In fact, 43% of all traffic fatalities on Super Bowl Sunday in 2012 were caused by drunk driving, compared to an average of 31% for the whole year, according to the National Highway Safety Administration. This year, […]
With the blizzard on the way into our area, it’s important to put together a winter emergency kit in case of power outages and extreme conditions. Here are some tips to keep you safe today into tomorrow: • Keep your gas tank full. A full tank will keep the fuel line from freezing. • Insulate […]
In 2013, extreme cold and weather storms resulted in 46 deaths, according to the National Weather Service. Wintery mixes can lead to power outages which can put you and your family at risk. In the event of a power outage this winter, check out these safety tips to help you prepare: 1. Keep flashlights, batteries, […]
Living in a multi-family building presents a number of wintertime challenges including health safety and heating and electrical safety. Here are some tips to keep your family healthy and safe in your apartment this winter: Health Safety • Spending more time in close contact with other people can increase your risk of illness. • Make […]
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Nov
Nov
Winter is near! Here are seven safety tips to help you prepare for and stay safe during colder temperatures: 1. Wear layers of lightweight clothing to stay warm. 2. Bring the pets indoors! 3. Avoid frozen pipes – run water, even at a trickle, to help prevent them from freezing. Keep the thermostat at the […]
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