Tornado's can happen anywhere. Know the relevant facts and figures about tornadoes. When do they occur? Where do they occur? How damaging are they? What do you need to look for when a tornado may be forming, and how you need to respond in case the worst happens? Know what to [...]
Despite what your intuition tells you, you may want a car that crumples. Statistics show that the risk of being killed in a personal motor vehicle on American roads has decreased each year, with the exception of 2012, when fatality and injury rates increased slightly. Much of that progress can [...]
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 [...]
