Tag: safety

Impending Eruption In Alaska

Researchers at the Alaska Volcano Observatory say that Mount Redoubt may erupt within days.  The mountain, which lies about 100 miles to the southwest across the Cook Inlet from Anchorage last […]

Is Your House A Fire Hazard?

Was your house built before World War II? Does it have a “balloon frame” — fashioned from two-by-fours that extend through the full two or three stories? If so, watch […]

Holiday Safety With Fire Marshall Bill

Speaking of holidays gone wrong and how to make them a little safer, I spotted this video today and thought it might bring a smile to those of you who […]

How To Avoid Holiday Movie Mishaps

I’m still giggling at this… Our friends at the Greater Chicago Red Cross chapter posted a list of disastrous holiday movies and safety tips the movie characters might wish they’d […]

Have Yourself A Retro Little Christmas

A final note on faux trees from someone who actually owns not one, but two, incredible vintage aluminum Christmas trees. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT use electric lights on […]

Artificial Trees: Are They Flammable?

After seeing this post, my friend Roger was inspired to ask about the safety of artificial Christmas trees. Rather than respond to him in the comments, I figured others might […]

Thank You For Reading These Safety Tips

I know you’ve seen a thousand Thanksgiving stories already this week, but I just want to remind you that whatever traditional foods you’re cooking, and whoever you’re cooking them with, […]

Home Alone: How’d The Kids Do?

By the way, if you’re interested in watching the KPTV story about kids staying home alone that I mentioned yesterday, you can see it here. Did the kids answer the […]

Staying Out Of Stranger Danger

What would your child do if they were home alone and there was a knock at the door? Or if they got a phone call from a stranger? It’s easy […]