by Jeffrey Mills | Apr 25, 2025 | Community Risk Reduction, Home Safety
Hurricane season is in full swing from June 1st to December 1st, annually. NOAA is predicting many storms this year. Now is the time to prepare. Please make sure you have everything in order before the storm arrives: loved ones and pets a place to stay, important...
by Jeffrey Mills | Feb 1, 2024 | Community Risk Reduction, Home Safety
An average of 1,700 home fires per year are caused by instances of spontaneous combustion or chemical reaction. Follow these tips to help prevent emergencies around the house: 1. Store products in their original containers out of the reach of children and pets, 2....
by Jeffrey Mills | Oct 5, 2023 | Community Risk Reduction, Holiday Safety, Home Safety
Halloween is a time for fun and spooky celebrations and activities, but it can also be a time for some truly scary safety hazards. As the holiday nears, take simple precautions that can help ensure the holiday remains fun and safe: For more information click...
by Jeffrey Mills | Aug 1, 2023 | Community Risk Reduction, Home Safety
Cooking fires is the leading cause of home fires and fire injury. It is easy to get distracted and forget about food on the stove or in the oven. Set a timer to remind you to check on the food. Do not leave cooking food unattended especially with kids around. If there...
by Jeffrey Mills | Jul 1, 2023 | Community Risk Reduction, Fire Prevention, Holiday Safety, Home Safety
With Independence Day this weekend, we would like to share some safety tips to keep your holiday weekend safe and fun. 1) Attend a professional show instead of holding your own. 2) Always read instructions. 3) Use fireworks in clear open area. 4) only adults handle...
by Jeffrey Mills | Jun 1, 2023 | Community Risk Reduction, Water Safety
Death and injury from drowning happen every day in pools, natural bodies of water, bathtubs, and even buckets. The statistics are staggering: ten people drown every day for a total of 3,400 each year. It’s a leading cause of accidental death among children of all ages...
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