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Home alone
BY JULIE YOUNG According to the FBI, December is the worst month for property crime in the U.S. Empty abodes, piled packages, and accumulated mail make homes attractive targets for porch pirates and burglars during the holiday season. Want to keep your house from becoming a statistic? There are things you can do to protect… Continue reading.
Let’s hit the road
There is no place like home for the holidays, and for many of us, that means hitting the road to be with our loved ones. The Bureau of Transportation estimates that long-distance trips increase by 24-54% between Thanksgiving and Christmas, which means more opportunity for road-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries. Prepare your vehicleBefore embarking on… Continue reading.
Prepare for a joyful holiday
BY JULIE YOUNG Who hasn’t chuckled at the festive follies of Clark W. Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? While slapstick shenanigans are a lot of fun to watch, real-life accidents are no laughing matter. Want to stay safe this holiday season? Here are some of the top household hazards and how to avoid them. … Continue reading.
Stay safe during storms with these essential generator tips
BY CHRIS ADAM During a winter storm, a backup generator can help keep essential appliances running in case of a power outage. Generators are helpful for many reasons, but they also pose serious safety risks if not used properly. “Weather-related power outages can happen at any time and are never convenient, so having a backup… Continue reading.
