Would YOU know what to do if you had a cooking fire in your home?

Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires in the United States.

Would YOU know what to do if you had a cooking fire in your home?

• IMMEDIATELY CALL 911


• GREASE OR OIL FIRES: Slide a pan lid over the flames to smother the fire, then turn off the heat and leave the lid in place until the pan cools. Never carry the pan outside.


• OTHER FOOD FIRES: Extinguish the fire with baking soda. Never use water or flour on cooking fires.


• BROILER OR OVEN FIRES: Keep the oven door shut and turn off the heat to smother the fire.
  
  Visit our new INFORMATION CENTER on our website for more fire safety tips and other tips and information!
  
  http://drying911.com/information-center.php

BE SAFE THIS WINTER: Home Heating and Winter Fire Safety Tips

The high cost of home heating fuels and utilities have caused many Americans to search for alternate sources of home heating. The use of wood burning stoves is growing and space heaters are selling rapidly, or coming out of storage. Fireplaces are burning wood and man made logs. All these methods of heating may be acceptable. They are however, a major contributing factor in residential fires.

Many of these fires can be prevented. You can prevent the loss of life and property resulting from heating fires by being able to identify potential hazards and following these safety tips.

Wood Stoves

- Carefully follow the manufacturer's installation and maintenance instructions.
- Look for solid construction, such as plate steel or cast iron metal.
- Check for cracks and inspect legs, hinges and door seals for smooth joints and seams.
- Use only seasoned wood for fuel, not green wood, artificial logs, or trash.

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Planning Ahead for H1N1...

Now that the kids are back in school many people are worried that the

H1N1 swine flu will spread even further than it already has. The virus has already defied public-health officials' predictions of a lull in the warm summer months. More than two million people are believed to have contracted the new flu in the U.S. and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of August 13th, 7,511 people have been hospitalized and 477 have died.

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Flu Season Trivia: Test Your H1N1 IQ...

1. TRUE OR FALSE: Hand washing does not work if there is no hot running water.

The answer is FALSE: The CDC recommends that you wash your hands thoroughly with clean, running water and soap. Use warm water if it’s available.  If clean, running water is not available use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

2.TRUE OR FALSE:  People over 64 who have chronic ailments not eligible for the H1N1 flu vaccine.

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BE PREPARED FOR THE PEAK OF HURRICANE SEASON

Hurricanes in Georgia?  Yes! According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Georgia is at particular risk of being affected by hurricanes because it is a coastal state.  The hurricanes that affect Georgia are severe tropical storms that form in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico. Hurricane season lasts from June 1st until November 30th, but the majority of activity is from August until October.  Therefore, every state resident should plan what to do in the event of an evacuation.

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What's Your Emergency Response Plan?

During these distressing economic times, many of us have found ourselves going back to the basics. Some have done this as a precaution while it has been downright necessary for others. We find ourselves asking, is this a necessary expense? And, what changes can I make today, to make my business stronger tomorrow? The result is that we cut back and are left with the core basics that really matter.

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Photography: You can do it, but here are a few tips to remember....

I was recently contacted by an online travel guide company.  They had found a photo that I had taken that I posted online and they wanted to use it in there newest travel guide. Of course I did not get paid for it but I was honored that they chose it and gave me credit for it. I by no means consider myself a "professional" photographer. I have never owned a fancy camera with all the accessories or taken any course on photography. I try to the best with what hardware I have  but I let my passion for the art do the rest.  I have learned many things about photography on my own and sadly there are many thing that I have learned the hard way. I would like to share them and some other tips with you that may help you wether you are take it up as a hobby or to use in your business. (Again, I am not a professional)

1. Take advantage of opportunities -Photography is 24/7, it really is all about timing. I can't count the times that I have said or my wife has said " I/You should have had the camera" No matter what field of work you are in or what recreational activities you enjoy when a opportunity for a good photos presents itself have a camera and start shooting. Look for opportunities that might repeat themselves the next day or at a certain time of the year if you missed it the first time , like a sunset or a winter shot. Keep it in your mind or write it down and catch it the next go round.

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National Preparedness Month - September 2009

This September is the sixth annual National Preparedness Month.  NPM 2009 will focus on changing perceptions about emergency preparedness and will help Americans understand what it truly means to be ready and how preparedness goes beyond fire alarms, smoke detectors, and extra food in the pantry.

Visit www.ready.gov for help on making a disaster supply kit, making a family emergency plan, staying informed and how you can get involved!

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10 Ways to Conserve Water this Summer

1. Operate dishwashers only when they are fully loaded. Use the "light wash" feature, if available, to use less water.

2. Clean vegetables in a pan filled with water rather than running water from the tap.

3. Avoid wasting water waiting for it to get hot. Capture it for other uses such as plant watering.

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The Ultimate Family Trip Packing List

Money and Documents:

• Debit/ATM cards


• Picture ID (if your children are leaving the country with only one birth parent, a document authorizing their travel may be needed)

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