Know what to do Before, During & After a Fire Did you know that if a fire starts in your home you may have as little as two minutes to escape? During a fire, early warning from a working smoke alarm plus a fire escape plan that has been practiced...

More than 400 people in the U.S. die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 20,000 visit the emergency room, and more than 4,000 others are hospitalized.

From age 15 to 24, being struck by or against objects (not including vehicles) is the leading cause of unintentional injury resulting in an emergency room visit, according to NSC (National Safety Council) data. At this age, many of these injuries are attributed to sports.

Carry all sharp tools in sheath or holsters. Tag worn, damaged or defective tools “Out of Service” and do not use them. Do not use a tool if the handle surface has splinters, burrs, cracks or splits.

Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once doubles your chances of falling again.

While lifeguards and lifesavers watch over you and your children when in the water, children require constant parent/adult supervision when visiting the beach or when they are around any body of water. You should…

Most reactions to insect bites and stings are mild, causing little more than redness, itching, stinging or minor swelling. Rarely, insect bites and stings, such as from a bee, a wasp, a hornet, a fire ant or a scorpion, can result in severe reactions. Some insects also carry disease, such as West Nile virus.

HOW TO STAY SAFE WHEN A TORNADO THREATENS | Prepare NOW –Know your area’s tornado risk. In the U.S., the Midwest and the Southeast have a greater risk for tornadoes…