Identity theft is a major concern for individuals and businesses alike as incidents of identity theft surged in 2021 with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission reporting a 19% increase from the prior year. Losses topped $6 million – a whopping 77% increase. So what is identity theft? Identity theft is a type of fraud that […]
Traveling and being away from the comforts of your own home doesn’t have to make you feel uneasy, especially when it comes to staying in a hotel where people are constantly coming and going. You can make yourself safer while staying a hotel by following some safety tips. Tips to help keep you safe while […]
Life gets busy, schedules are packed, the fridge is empty and you’re hungry. It seems like there is never enough time in a day for healthy eating. You’re heading out the door and you tell yourself that you’ll just grab something on the way at a drive thru or grab a snack at the corner […]
Bites, Stings and Creepy Things Situational Awareness also includes being on the lookout for environmental dangers. Stinging insects send over 500,000 people to the emergency room each. Each spring we see flowers bloom, trees budding, a hint of green in the grass and birds chirping. As the temperature is warming up, life is starting to […]
Increased Jugging Crime Trends When we read or watch the news reports, the statistics tell us that Jugging Crimes are on the rise; and everyone is a potential target. People must be situationally aware to mitigate their risk of being a victim. A quick google search of the term “jugging” nets far too many results. Jugging is when […]
It’s spring break and you just arrived at your hotel in Mexico. You flew in a day before your friends and decided to hit the local beach for some sunbathing and cocktails. You’re tired from traveling and decide to take a nap under your sun umbrella. When you wake you reach for your purse to […]
We can’t always avoid danger. It would be great if we could, but unfortunately when it comes to our personal safety there are many things out of our control. For example, we can’t control the actions of other people, we can’t control the weather, and we can’t control mechanical things having issues. What we can […]
While we all know sharing information can be a very valuable way to stay connected and keep up with your families, the latest news and topics important to you, we must do our best to maintain our privacy settings to ensure our Safe LivinG! In addition to not sharing your location on social, let’s take […]
During a power outage, it’s important to have some essential items on hand; as well as having a plan and keeping calm. Read more to learn how to be safe and comfortable during a power outage. Have these basic items on hand in case of a power outage Prevent Carbon Monoxide poising during a power […]
Being in the backcountry, whether you are hunting, hiking or camping, one must be prepared for a run in with any type of predator. One must also be prepared for any type of weather conditions and to have the essential tools for injuries, and basic survival. Below are 5 tips from Jessie, as she realized […]
