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With hurricane season in mind, make home repairs, preparations

May 21, 2015

Winds and rains from hurricanes or tropical storms can cause significant damage to personal property. The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety encourages residents to strengthen the critical elements of their property to protect it from hurricane damage.

Insurance, Safety, Virginia Farm Bureau

Boating this summer? Start with a life jacket

May 23, 2013

“Always wear your life jacket!” is the theme of a National Safe Boating Council campaign—and the best way to prevent drowning while on a boat or other watercraft.

Safety

Rural motorists in Virginia found to lag in seat belt usage

March 28, 2013

Motor vehicle drivers and passengers in rural Virginia are less likely to wear seat belts than those in other parts of the state, according to a statewide survey. They also are at greater risk of dying in traffic accidents, according to an analysis of state data by The Roanoke Times.

Auto Safety, Safety

Don’t take cold-weather shortcuts when working outdoors

January 24, 2013

When the temperature drops, it is even more important to work safely and take your time.

Safety

Follow product guidelines, use caution with heating appliances

December 27, 2012

When the weather turns cold, some farmers and homeowners spend more time in unheated barns and workshops. To keep warm, many turn to wood-burning stoves or space heaters.

Farm Safety, Home Safety, Safety

Use caution before and during thunderstorms—year-round

August 2, 2012

While summer is the peak season for lightning, it can strike year-round.

Safety

Boating? Skip the cocktails, not the life jacket

July 26, 2012

‘Always wear your life jacket’ is the motto of the National Safe Boating Council’s Safe Boating Campaign—and one of the best ways to prevent drowning while on a watercraft.

Boat Safety, Safety

Animals need emergency plans during storm season

July 19, 2012

Research has shown that the No. 1 reason people refuse to evacuate their homes during an emergency is that they don’t want to leave pets behind.

Animals and Livestock, Programs, Safety

Farm Bureau will hold child seat check at Science Museum

June 28, 2012

Virginia Farm Bureau will hold a free child safety seat check from 5 to 9 p.m. on July 20 at the Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St.

Auto Safety, Meetings and Events, Safety

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