FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2024
How to Stop a Grease Fire
- Eliminate the heat source by turning off the stove or grill.
- Cover the pan with a non-glass lid, or another pan. If it’s your grill, shut the lid.
- If you can't cover it, cut off the fire’s oxygen supply by smothering it with baking soda or salt.
- If necessary, put out the fire with a fire extinguisher. We can’t emphasize this enough – always keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen or by your grill. Put it in clear sight and make it easy to access. Make sure beforehand that you have a proper class extinguisher for use on grease.
Grease Fire Don’ts
- NEVER throw water on a grease fire. It will actually splash and spread the flames, making a fire harder to control.
- NEVER use flour or sugar. Rather than helping smother the fire, these can actually cause a powder explosion and do even more damage.
- Don’t pick up the pan. The risk of spilling grease is too high.
- Avoid touching anything until it’s completely cool.
- Don’t hesitate to call 911 if you can’t handle the situation.
- Never attempt to deal with a fire without first protecting yourself, and if it gets out of control, get everyone out safely rather than continuing to fight it. Remember, the things in your house can be replaced.
Posted 4:00 AM
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2024
With cooler weather upon us, you may want to make sure your home is sealed up tight and ready for winter. It’s much easier to tackle these tasks now, rather than wait to do them in the rain or snow.
1. Check your home for leaks in your window seals or roof. If your home’s eaves have stains, that can indicate a leak. If you find any stains, call a roof contractor to make any repairs before winter.
2. During the next rainstorm, check your gutters and ensure the water drains away from the home. If your area experiences snow, any back-up of gutters may result in ice damming and lead to water damage. Before winter arrives, shut off all outside water faucets or garden hose connections, then drain hoses and store them in the garage.
3. Clean overgrown vegetation and trim dead branches from trees that are close to your home. Also give your lawn one last cut before cleaning and storing your lawn mower.
4. Clean out your grill and firepit. Cover up or store any outdoor furniture, so it’s out of the elements and stays nice for next year.
5. If you have a HVAC service contract, have them stop by. Otherwise, replace filters and install covers on the AC condensing units on the outside of the home.
6. Call a professional to check your fireplace – especially if you plan to use it during the winter. Nothing is worse than smoking up your home when the weather is cold because your fireplace flue wasn’t cleaned. If you do use your fireplace, be sure to dispose of the ashes properly using a fireproof metal bucket.
7. Make sure everything you’ll need for winter is in good working order. If your area gets snow, test your snowblower and have it serviced. Ensure your outdoor activated night lights or security system components are all operating correctly.
- Originally posted by CHUBB https://www.chubb.com/us-en/individuals-families/resources/7-tasks-to-prepare-your-home-for-fall-weather.aspx?utm_source=prs_client&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pcc-october-fall-prepardness
Posted 7:18 PM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Avoid Hitting a Deer
Fall is breeding season for deer so they will be more active near roads, especially around dawn and dusk.
Deer often travel in groups. If you see one along the road, you will likely encounter others.
Be extra careful near deer crossing signs.
Be Prepared for Changing Light
Sun Glare - The changing season brings the sun closer to the horizon, which keeps it pointed straight into your eyes and makes it more likely to reflect at low angles off other cars, buildings or windows.
The bright sun often creates a large amount of glare, making it difficult to see other vehicles, the road or the shoulder.
Always keep a pair of sunglasses in your vehicle and wear them during these times.
Shorter Days, Dark Commute - Make sure all of your vehicle's lights are working.
Don't look directly into the lights of oncoming traffic.
Keep your windshield clean so dirt doesn't add to the glare.
Give your eyes time to adjust to the dark, between two and five minutes, before hitting the road.
Fall Hazard: Leaves
Slow down if you are driving on a road covered with leaves, especially when driving around turns.
Wet leaves can get extremely slippery, making the driving conditions similar to driving on ice.
Increase your following distance to allow yourself plenty of time to stop.
Be aware of visibility issues. Leaves make it difficult to see potholes, bumps in the road or road markings.
Never drive through a leaf pile. A pile of leaves raked to the side of the road is an inviting place to a child. Children enjoy jumping into the leaf piles or burrowing down into them and hiding. A leaf pile can also hide objects that can damage your car, such as a rake.
Keep your windshield leaf free. This will keep wet leaves from getting stuck under the windshield wiper blades.
Never park over a pile of leaves. Parking in a leaf pile creates a fire hazard from the exhaust system or catalytic converter.
Posted 3:25 PM
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2024
Are you stuck at home wondering what to do with all of your free time? Can You Name Every Item in Your Home?
Most people don't think about the many items they have collected over the years. Items are used every day, but often never thought about. Many items are replaced throughout the years, but no thought is given to the increased value of inventory. Creating and maintaining an inventory of items in your home can help ensure you have purchased the right insurance coverage. In the event of a loss, it can help you settle a claim faster, and put less strain on your brain in an already stressful situation.
How do You Create Your Home Inventory?
Creating and maintaining your home inventory is easy with available software. Now you can download apps right on your phone to create, maintain, and update your inventory. Having online storage will allow you to access your inventory anywhere, any time. You never know when a claim may happen, but you can be prepared with an up-to-date online home inventory.
What Should You Include in Your Home Inventory?
You should take inventory of everything of value in your home, and update the list as you acquire new items. Here is a list of some of the most common items:
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Electronics (TV, Gaming Console, Computer)
- Kitchen and Household Appliances (Washer/Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator)
- Furniture
- Clothing
- Jewelry
- China
- Silverware
- Artwork
- Antiques
- Linens
- Books
- Guns
- Sporting Equipment
Some items like jewelry, antiques, and other special items, may need to be insured separately. Talk to one of the specially trained independent agents at Rutt Insurance to make sure you have the coverage that you need.
MONDAY, JULY 1, 2024
Firework Safety Tips for July 4th
4th of July is a day where we celebrate the thirteen colonies claiming their independence from England and more commonly a day where friends and family gather for food, music and beautiful firework displays across the country. Many of us will also purchase consumer based fireworks to celebrate on our own, however these certainly come with risks.
Did you know that according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s 2014 Fireworks Annual Report by Yongling Tu and Demar Granados, fireworks cause a yearly average of 18,500 reported fires and resulted in over $21 million dollars in direct property damage in 2013.
Fireworks are also a leading source of emergency room visits each and every year on the 4th of July. Check out some injuries by the numbers below.
Firework Injuries:
- Sparklers accounted for roughly 28% of all emergency room firework injuries.
- More than 33% of firework injuries are to the hands or fingers.
- Children 5-9 years of age were 2.4 times as likely as the general public to be injured by fireworks.
- Males account for 74% of firework injuries
- Only 6% of firework injuries are caused by public displays
Fireworks cause an average of 18,500 fires per year.
4th of July Safety Tips
Firework Safety:
- Sparklers burn at 1200°F – Don’t point them at yourself or others.
- Never light fireworks in hand; only light fireworks while they are placed on the ground.
- Never attempt to light multiple fireworks at once.
- Never allow young children to handle sparklers.
- Never light any fireworks that appear damaged or torn.
- Don’t take apart fireworks or attempt to make your own.
- Always keep a fire extinguisher and water source nearby in case of emergency.
- Never dispose of used fireworks in trash cans until completely cool.
Grill Safety Tips:
The 4th of July just isn’t the same without sharing some amazing BBQ with your friends and family. Be sure to check for the following before throwing those steaks, burgers and dogs on the grill.
- Always check your grill’s hoses for cracks and leaks.
- Never grill indoors or near surfaces that can catch fire.
- Keep the grill at least two feet away from decks, siding and other surfaces.
We wish everyone a very happy and safe 4th of July celebration.
originally published by Mammoth Restoration http://mammothrestoration.com/
Posted 9:08 PM
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