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Safely Store Propane Tanks at Home

Did you have any idea propane is a resource made in America? Propane is popular for being a clean natural energy resource, and typically comes in a gas or liquid form. Propane is simple to use and inexpensive to heat and cool properties, heat water, heat appliances, barbecue food on the grill, cook food on… Read more »

Paul Davis Offers Fire Extinguisher Safety Tips

Paul Davis Offers Fire Extinguisher Safety Tips

Did you know that 372,900 fires occur in homes every single year? These fires result in 2,530 deaths, 13,125 injuries and $7 billion in property damage each year, according to the US Fire Administration. Astoundingly, fire extinguishers were present in just four percent of these fires. If a fire happened in your home, would you… Read more »

What Everyone Should Know About Wildfires!

What Everyone Should Know About Wildfires!

Every year in the United States there are over 100,000 wildfires that damage approximately 5 million acres of land. In the first nine months of 2015, over 8 million acres have already burned. This is 200% higher compared to the same months in 2014. *iii.org. As of September this year, large fires continue to thrive… Read more »

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

Did You Know September is National Preparedness Month?

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme from FEMA and Ready.gov is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Disasters such as storms, flooding, hurricanes, and fires occur year-round throughout North America, which is why it is so important to be ready. Creating a plan and practicing it with your family, while learning to communicate… Read more »

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

August is the time to cross off any final items necessary before school starts. Whether you’re buying glue and scissors for your elementary student, prepping your teen for high school, or improving your own education, follow these few safety tips to help make this month a smooth dive back into the school year. School Zones… Read more »

Impact of Wildfires with Safety Suggestions from Paul Davis

Impact of Wildfires with Safety Suggestions from Paul Davis

As of July 30, 2015, at least 14 wildfires were spread throughout California. This year alone, wildfire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but these fires have the potential to affect most areas of North America. Within just 13 states, $237 billion in property is at risk of damage by… Read more »

Flooding occurs more than any other natural disaster in America!

Flooding occurs more than any other natural disaster in America!

Already this summer, parts of the United States have encountered record setting rainfall causing floods to streets, commercial buildings and residential houses. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in the south of California this past weekend! Have you thought about what you would do if a flood happened in your region? Whether you’re in… Read more »

Watch Your Fingers! Sparklers Can Be As Hot As 1800 Degrees!

Watch Your Fingers! Sparklers Can Be As Hot As 1800 Degrees!

Watching fireworks is one of the best parts of an Independence Day celebration, but thousands of people are hurt each July 4th due to firework burns. The safest thing you can do is to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals. However, if you choose to set them off yourself, remember the following prior to… Read more »

Be Vacation Ready! Prep Your House with these Tips from Paul Davis!

Be Vacation Ready! Prep Your House with these Tips from Paul Davis!

Summer is officially here June 21, which means most of you will be packing up the swimmies, boogie boards and beach umbrellas to prepare for vacation. While you’re busy packing, remember to prepare your house for vacation too. There are several key security and property measures to take prior to leaving for your summer location.… Read more »

Just Ask Paul! What is a Storm Surge?

Just Ask Paul! What is a Storm Surge?

Let’s start by asking: what is a storm surge? According to the National Weather Service, “a storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tide.” Did you know a storm surge is one of the most deadly parts of a hurricane? In 1970, nearly half… Read more »