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 your family are able to respond to the challenging situations it can create.
Carbon monoxide poisoning: A silent disaster
Not all disasters come with clear and obvious warning signs. Some can arise in silence like carbon monoxide buildups in homes.
Tips for fire escape plans
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 can take measures to prepare for the possibility of a fire. One way to prepare is by having a fire escape plan.
The dangers of driving during and after a hurricane
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 be in the line of fire and has seen numerous disasters in the past. Therefore, its residents must prepare themselves for the worst.
How can you prepare for flash floods?
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.
Traffic safety tips for the new school year
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 streets near their school or getting on or off of their school bus.
Tips for driving at night
Driving is likely a critical and unavoidable part of your life. Unfortunately, there are many parts of driving that can make it dangerous. Road conditions, the poor decisions of other drivers, and the environment are all factors that contribute to the dangers of driving.
3 tips for avoiding drowsy driving
The impact drowsiness can have on drivers is no minor thing. Being tired when driving can compromise a driver's attentiveness, reaction time and decision making, and in turn can create a major risk.
Full tort versus Limited Tort: Do you have the right insurance?
When you are purchasing automobile insurance, the insurance carrier should offer you the choice between full tort and limited tort. Before you decide on which policy to choose, you must understand that there is a much bigger difference between the two options than just the annual premium.
The challenges of driving in the rain
