The holidays are coming, and this year, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day all come at the beginning of the week they are in. That being said, many people will be getting some long weekends over the holiday season this year. We hope that these...
For many, decorating for the holidays includes getting a Christmas tree. After picking out the perfect tree, some use their own vehicle to get the tree home. However, many people fail to consider the safety risks that arise when you don't properly secure and transport...
Unfortunately, New Jersey sees plenty of tragedies out on the roads. There were 624 traffic deaths in the state last year.Which highway saw the most of these fatalities? State traffic statistics show that the Garden State Parkway was the deadliest highway in New...
Safe driving is more than following the speed limit and putting away your cell phone when behind the wheel. Safe driving is your lifeline.Even if you believe you are practicing safe driving, it is important to recognize that other drivers may not be. You must pay...
With summer not that far behind us, you might be reluctant to start thinking about winter. However, it can be very important to plan for the cold weather that the season brings. Severe winter weather can come up fast, and how you prepare for it can impact how you and...
Not all disasters come with clear and obvious warning signs. Some can arise in silence like carbon monoxide buildups in homes. When carbon monoxide builds up in a home, it can expose occupants to carbon monoxide poisoning. Buildups can occur in a variety of ways, such...
Many things can start a fire in a home. Faulty electrics, lightning and defective products are just a few examples. While there are steps you can take to mitigate fire risks, the chances of a house fire occurring generally cannot be completely eliminated. However, you...
September is often known as the peak of the hurricane season, and 2017 gave proof of that when three of the season's biggest storms hit the east coast in the same month. While New Jersey and Pennsylvania aren't as vulnerable as Florida or Louisiana, our area can still...
Flooding can greatly impact a community. These disasters can expose families to significant property damage, scary situations and major safety risks. Serious injuries can come from accidents connected to floods.One class of flooding that can be particularly worrisome...
It's that time of year again! With the school year beginning, an important thing to focus on is safety. Kids can face serious safety risks when they are going to and from school. Situations in which kids can be particularly vulnerable include when they are crossing...