SafetyBlog
How To Reduce The Chance of Food-Borne Illness
Food-borne illness is a serious problem that doesn't seem to be going anyway anytime soon. In fact, rates have actually increased in recent years. It's estimated that around 1 in 6 Americans will fall victim to some form of food-borne illness. Some of these cases are minor and may only cause slight nausea and digestive problems, while others are more severe, resulting in life-threatening complications. Individuals and families should protect themselves against food-borne illness through educatio
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Dec 5th 2013
Christmas Tree Fire Safety Tips
Christmas is right around the corner, and that means families everywhere are hitting the 'tree farms' in search of the perfect tree. Decorating a tree with festive ornaments is a long-standing tradition that's only become more popular in the recent years. However, there's a hidden danger that oftentimes goes unnoticed by families: fire. If you've ever burned an old Christmas tree in your backyard, you're probably well aware of just how quickly they become engulfed in fire. This is why homeowners
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Dec 4th 2013
Mysterious Ice Circle Discovered In North Dakota River
It's not everyday that you see a near-perfect circle of ice resting on top of a river (see image to the right). After all, how can a patch of ice have such geometric symmetry that it's comparable to a full circle? Well, this phenomenon recently occurred in a North Dakota river, leaving residents, meteorologists and scientists debating over what caused it. To learn more about North Dakota's mysterious ice circle, keep reading.It was a normal hunting excursion for 73-year-old George Loegering
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Nov 28th 2013
Space Heaters Need Space! Safety Tips For Using a Space Heater
With the temperatures continuing to drop throughout the country, many families are pulling out their space heaters to stay warm. They offer a convenient and energy-efficient alternative to central heating, but they can also result in house fires. The National Fire Protection Association (NFA) estimates that nearly 32% of all home heating fires are caused from space heaters. Following the adage -- Space Heaters Need Space! -- is one tip to reduce your chance of starting a fire, but there are seve
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Nov 25th 2013
Warning: Read This Before Deep-Frying a Turkey
With Thanksgiving just a week away, families everywhere are buying groceries and planning their home-cooked meals. It's estimated that Americans consume around 48 million turkeys on Thanksgiving, some of which are baked in the oven, while others are deep-fried in grease or oil. Deep-frying a turkey may seem like a delightfully unhealthy alternative to baking, but it also opens up a whole new set of dangers that families need to be aware of.The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) sta
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Nov 20th 2013