Children, Hot Weather, and Cars = Danger

September 2, 2007

We need your help to make sure that no child dies needlessly by being left alone in a hot vehicle.

- Put something you’ll need - such as your cell phone, handbag, a sunshade, lunch or briefcase, on the floor in the back seat. Get in the habit of opening the back door of your vehicle every time you reach a destination. This way, making sure no child is left behind will become a habit. Safety experts call this the ‘Look…Then Lock‘ campaign.

- Keep a large teddy bear in the child’s car seat when it’s not occupied. When the child is placed in the seat, put the teddy bear in the front passenger seat. It’s a great visual reminder that anytime the teddy bear is up front, a child is secured in a child safety seat behind you!

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Flood Safety Tips

July 7, 2007

Perhaps the biggest cause of flood-related deaths and injuries is lack of public understanding of the severity and danger involved with floods and flash floods. The following tips can help protect you during flood events. Read more

Protect Yourself From Heat Stress

July 7, 2007

SunWhen the body is unable to cool itself by sweating, several heat-induced illnesses such as heat stress or heat exhaustion and the more severe heat stroke can occur, and can result in death.

 

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Fireworks Safety Tips

July 4, 2007

Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially during the Fourth of July. But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. Read more