Call them Scrooge or the Grinch or just call them what they are – criminals. While it may just feel like horseplay or mischief to them, stealing or vandalizing holiday decorations is a crime. According to a study by an insurance provider, 22.6 million Americans have had their holiday decorations stolen or vandalized. Sometimes these...
There’s no faster way to ruin the holidays than by accidentally sparking a house fire. From deep fryers to tree lights and faulty smoke detectors, these are just a few of the many holiday fire hazards that homeowners should address. Test Your Smoke Detectors When was the last time that you tested the smoke detectors...
Exercise can be fun in the great outdoors, but walking, running or biking on a popular trail can also hold risks. Attackers often see walking paths and trails as an opportunity for them to strike. They may follow women joggers into the bathroom off the trail or pull them off their bikes and assault them....
While a family leaving on a European vacation without one of their children only happens in the movies, there are still considerations when it comes to leaving children home alone. Some children will be ready for the independence earlier than others. Some may never be comfortable with it. But whatever you decide is best for...
Costumes have been ordered and the house is decorated. Empty storefronts have been temporarily converted to Halloween stores and bulk candy fills the shelves of every store. It is that time again – Halloween! With so much fun to be had with parties and trick or treating, also keep in mind these Halloween safety tips....
Pets are part of the family and keeping them happy and safe is every pet owner’s goal. While many pets use their animal instincts to stay out of harm’s way, there are people and other animals who may be too much for them to handle. Even certain foods and household items can pose a threat...
You are just about to sit down to dinner when a loud thunderclap shatters the quiet evening, soon followed by torrential rain. The lights flicker a few times, then everything goes dark. A Long, Dark Night You are in for a long, dark night. The power ends up being off for the next 18 hours since...
Now that school is back in session, routines are set and kids know the plan for getting to and from school. Keeping kids safe on their way to and from school is a top priority. Here are a few tips to make their journey safer. Riding the Bus According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,...
Whether it is a debit card or credit card, few of us make it through the day without making a card purchase of some sort. Online shopping, gas, food, paying bills or a retail purchase may have you pulling out your card and swiping, keying in or inserting. Large data breaches make the news but...
Temperatures feel like summer is already here. Kids will soon be out of school and vacation season will be upon us. There are many things to consider from a security standpoint during the summer: Keeping your Home Safe when you are Away Pool Safety Kids Home Alone for the Summer As you make plans for...
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