Safety Tips for the Summertime Grill Master Summer is the season for grilling. However, an average of 8,900 home fires involving grills, hibachis, or barbecues occur each year in the United States. In 2014, 16,600 patients went to emergency rooms due to injuries involving grills, and 1,600 children under age five suffered thermal burns, caused by touching a hot surface. Safety aside,… Read More
6 Tips to Create a Safe Prom and High School Graduation Season for Your Teen Source: Partnership for Drug-Free Kids There’s something about prom and graduation season that makes rational parents go bonkers. Here are 6 tips for parents to help keep their teen safe and make this season one to remember for all the right reasons. Set curfews Teen car crashes and deaths increase exponentially late at night. If… Read More
AAA: Holiday Road-Trip Survival Tips Are you and your family planning to drive to a holiday get-together this year? Whether you’re heading to Grandma’s cottage or a favorite vacation spot to celebrate holidays with family or friends, AAA has simple tips to help make your drive a smooth one, so you can arrive at your destination safely and without incident.… Read More
State Farm: Safely Share the Road with Large Trucks Do you clutch the wheel a little tighter as you pass a semi or other large trucks? You’re not alone. Semis and ltrucks navigate the roadways differently than other vehicles. Learning what they need — and what you can do — can help you safely share the road with large trucks. What’s Different About Driving… Read More
AAA: Summer Driving Tips Summer weather leads to rising temperatures. AAA reports that millions of Americans are expected to take road trips during the summer months. The Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety & Education encourages you to be prepared this summer and take the following precautions: Check your tire pressure at least once a month and especially before… Read More