Burglars will not find your home an "easy mark" if they are forced to work in the light, if they have to take a lot of time breaking in, or if they cannot break in without making a lot of noise. Research shows that if it takes more than four [...]
Thunderstorms often strike with little warning, particularly during the warmer months when they are most likely to occur—and when we are most likely to be enjoying outdoor activities. Know where to run to – the 3 safer spots in a lightning storm When you hear thunder, you should immediately seek: [...]
Safety professionals are often asked questions about driving in severe weather. Here is a look at why certain conditions make for dangerous driving and some tips to help you stay safer. Remember, severe weather demands your undivided attention, so turn down the radio and minimize other distractions. Sometimes, the best [...]
Milder days offer a prime opportunity for spring cleaning and home maintenance. After a long winter, be sure to spend some time on preventive measures that will help maintain your home and property all year long. From cleaning out your gutters and checking for dead trees and branches, to cleaning [...]
Choosing and properly wearing the right bicycle helmet helps protect you when you’re riding. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) offers these tips: Buy/Fit the Helmet for Now. Buy a helmet that fits your head. The same applies for kids. Don’t buy a helmet they’ll “grow into.” Ensure [...]
We know that your special day is all you have been dreaming about — and all that you can't stop worrying about. Put your mind at ease and we'll help you protect against the unanticipated. What if your venue suddenly goes out of business? What if the bridal salon loses [...]
If you take precautions to secure your home when you leave for work every day and when you leave on vacation, you may be wondering whether it is truly safe from break-ins. There are a number of things you can do, as a home owner, to thwart burglars. A good home [...]
Sports fans – how safe are your collectibles? Would your treasured baseball card collection survive a flood? What might happen to your Michael Jordan autographed basketball in a house fire? What if burglars swipe your signed Wayne Gretzky jersey? These questions are not designed to make you paranoid about your [...]
We have all encountered scenarios in which other drivers make us shake our heads. People often are quick to accuse other drivers of being reckless, but if pressed, they may admit to sometimes driving recklessly themselves. If unsafe driving is everyone’s problem, what is the solution? Assume you are invisible [...]
Honda Accord and Civic top the list of the most stolen cars in the country. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB)’s annual “Hot Wheels” report examines vehicle theft data submitted by law enforcement to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, model and model year most [...]
