With the holiday season fast approaching, make sure you actively read all of the guidelines and fine print on children’s toy before purchasing them
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Texting ban finalized in Kentucky
Kentucky finalized a measure today that will ban drivers from texting while driving. The ruling also prohibits new drivers who have less than six months of driving experience to talk on a cell phone while operating a vehicle.
Read MoreWinter weather home safety tips
The winter season brings a festive feeling to the air, but it is a time of year when temperatures and storms become more intense and dangerous for certain regions of the country. The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, and the National Weather Service has provided a report full of tips that will keep the home safe during the next few months.
Read MoreHelpful fire safety tips for the holidays
The United State Fire Administration provided fire safety tips for the home during the holidays, which if followed, will ensure a healthy and happy time for all involved.
The USFA says heating fires account for 36 percent of residential home fires in rural areas each year, and the reason for this is creosote buildup in chimneys and stovepipes. Furthermore, the USFA encourages all home heating systems be maintained regularly in order to function safely and efficiently.
Read MoreImportance of proper space heater maintenance during winter
Space heaters can be a convenient way for people to warm up a small space, especially as the colder months arrive. It’s important that the devices are used with caution to ensure a blaze doesn’t occur.
Read MoreCar upkeep important as winter approaches
Keeping up with car maintenance, especially during winter, can help avoid an accident, which would drive up a consumer’s car insurance rates.
Recently, AAA recommended consumers have their vehicles looked at by an auto repair shop. During the visit, drivers should make sure mechanics check out a car’s battery and recharging system, along with drive belts and engine hoses.
Read MoreWhy testing smoke alarms is important for home fire safety
According to the National Fire Protection Association, smoke alarms can help save lives, provided they are installed and maintained.
Read MoreGovernment announces new five-star auto safety rating method
Car insurance costs can be affected by the type of car a person drives, including how safe the vehicle is.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s David Strickland and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced enhancements to the Five-Star Safety Ratings System used to grade new vehicles. Included in the new metrics are side-pole crash testing and an examination of crash-prevention systems.
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