Safety

As fall temperatures arrive in Virginia, homeowners are preparing for the colder months ahead.

Fall may be on the horizon, but lingering summer heat can still pose serious risks for farmers and agricultural workers.

When safety falls by the wayside, summertime yardwork can trigger catastrophic consequences.

Sunscreen may seem like just another routine task, but it plays an important role in protecting people against cancer.

Virginians are reminded that even remarkably rugged and versatile utility terrain vehicles have life-threatening limits.

As a Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. agent based in King & Queen County, Mike Pumo has been there to help customers recover from wind damage and flood losses from many hurricane seasons.

From texts to touchscreens, everyday distractions remain a leading factor in vehicle crashes, where a brief glance away from the road can prove costly.

While the snow, sleet and freezing rain ended after last weekend, hazardous road conditions linger as low temperatures keep roadways icy and slow-down cleanup efforts.

With holiday gatherings and festivities in full swing, experts are urging caution to keep celebrations safe for everyone.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sectors are still the most dangerous in America.