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Facts on Home Invasions

The majority of home burglaries are not random; they are usually premeditated. Thieves seek out targets that are easy to enter. They want to get in quickly, find your possessions, and leave without being detected. There is no method that will provide complete prevention of a home invasion. But there are a few simple steps… Read more »

Store Your Propane Tanks Safely

Store Your Propane Tanks Safely

Did you know propane is an American-made resource? Propane is popular for being a clean natural energy resource, and typically comes in a gas or liquid form. Propane is easy to use and inexpensive to heat and cool homes, heat water, heat appliances, cook food on the grill, make food on the stove and provide… Read more »

Using Fire Extinguishers Effectively from Paul Davis

Using Fire Extinguishers Effectively from Paul Davis

Can you believe that 372,900 house fires occur every single year? These fires cause 2,530 deaths, 13,125 injuries and $7 billion in property damage annually, according to the US Fire Administration. Astonishingly, fire extinguishers were present in just four percent of these fires. If a fire happened in your home, would you know what to… Read more »

What Everyone Should Know About Wildfires!

What Everyone Should Know About Wildfires!

Every year in the United States there are over 100,000 wildfires that damage approximately 5 million acres of land. In the first nine months of 2015, over 8 million acres have already burned. This is 200% higher compared to the same months in 2014. *iii.org. As of September this year, large fires continue to thrive… Read more »

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme from FEMA and Ready.gov is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Disasters such as storms, flooding, hurricanes, and fires occur year-round throughout North America, which is why it is so important to be ready. Creating a plan and practicing it with your family, while learning to communicate… Read more »

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

August is the time to make any last-minute preparations before your kids head back to school. Whether you’re purchasing glue and scissors for your elementary student, prepping your teen for high school, or improving your own education, follow these safety tips to this month run as smoothly as possible. School Zones are for Kids Follow… Read more »

Damage of Wildfires with Safety Advice from Paul Davis

Damage of Wildfires with Safety Advice from Paul Davis

As of yesterday, at least 14 wildfires were spread throughout the state of California. This year alone, wildfire conditions have been the worst in history along the West Coast, but wildfires have the potential to affect most areas of North America. Within just 13 states, $237 billion in property is at risk of wildfire damage.… Read more »

Know what to do if a flood hits!

Know what to do if a flood hits!

So far this summer, areas of the United States have encountered record setting rainfall causing flooding to streets, commercial properties and homes. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in the south of California over the weekend! Have you thought about what you would do if a flood happened in your area? Whether you’re driving… Read more »

Wow! Sparklers Can Get As Hot As 1800 Degrees!

Wow! Sparklers Can Get As Hot As 1800 Degrees!

Fireworks shows are one of the best parts of a July 4th celebration, but thousands of people are hurt each July 4th due to firework burns. The safest thing you can do is to leave the pyrotechnics to the experts. However, if you choose to set them off yourself, remember the following before grabbing the… Read more »

Is Your Summer Vacation Approaching? Prepare in Advance with this Advice from Paul Davis!