by Jeffrey Mills | Nov 11, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Holiday Safety, Home Safety
Cooking is, by far, the leading cause of all home fires and home fire injuries. Thanksgiving Day has proven to be a particularly dangerous day; the average number of fires nearly doubles. A unique risk during Thanksgiving is turkey fryers. There are 5 risks involved...
by Jeffrey Mills | Sep 4, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Fire Prevention
September is National Preparedness Month. This year, Ready.gov is reminding everyone to “Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.” Take this opportunity to teach your loved ones and neighbors some facts about fire that will save...
by Jeffrey Mills | Aug 22, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Fire Prevention, Home Safety
Electricity is a wonderful thing, especially in the hot Savannah summers. But remember it is one of the major hazards of your home. In 2014-2018, electrical distribution or lighting equipment, such as wiring, lighting, cords, and plugs, was involved in an estimated...
by Jeffrey Mills | Jul 22, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Water Safety
The summer time is a great time to enjoy the water. But boaters, swimmers, and marina staff must be aware of the dangers in and around the water. Some good tips are to make sure you check the weather before heading out for a day of fun. Getting caught in a storm on...
by Jeffrey Mills | Jun 25, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Fire Prevention, Holiday Safety, Home Safety
Everyone enjoys a good fireworks show, but not everyone understands the dangers that surround them. Fireworks started an estimated 19,500 fires in 2018, including 1,900 structure fires, 500 vehicle fires, and 17,100 outside and other fires. These fires caused five...
by Jeffrey Mills | May 6, 2021 | Community Risk Reduction, Holiday Safety
Memorial Day starts the beginning of summer which means a lot more time on the patio or deck grilling with friends and family. Seven out of every 10 adults in the U.S. have a grill or smoker*, which translates to a lot of tasty meals. But it also means there’s an...
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