Staying Safe in Work Zone Traffic
Roadwork can be frustrating, but it is a necessary fact of life for all drivers, whether you drive for a living, commute on a regular basis or run the occasional errand.
Delays and frustrations brought on by traffic jams caused by roadwork can make even the calmest person impatient. And that can be dangerous in a work zone: In 2014, auto accidents in work zones resulted in 669 fatalities and about 30,500 injuries.1
Driving in work zones does not have to be a stressful experience, though. Being mindful of those around you—both workers and other vehicles—can increase the safety of everyone on the road.
If your driving route includes work zones, here are a few things to keep in mind to help promote maximum safety and minimum stress. When entering a work zone:
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Summertime is near and the desire to take a vacation is probably here, too. The question is, how do you enjoy some time away from it all when funds are limited? Chances are you don’t have to venture far from your hometown to have a vacation to remember.
Here are seven staycation ideas to help you save those vacation dollars and still create memories this summer:
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Warm weather means spending more time outside. Whether you’re gardening, relaxing in your hammock or throwing a party, you can transform your outdoor space into a real living space even with a limited budget. Start by assessing your backyard to determine what might need your attention and how much time you have to complete a project. Since these five types of upgrades range in terms of price and time commitment, choose one that fits your budget so you can enjoy your backyard throughout the summer.
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Anyone who went to summer camp as a kid will remember this one – “leaves of three, let it be.” Right, I’m talking about poison ivy, the three-season menace to enjoying time outdoors. But there’s more to steering clear of this plant than just remembering that simple saying. First, as you probably know poison ivy is a vine, one that you’ll find along the ground or climbing up trees. But, to make things even more confusing, it can also morph into a shrub! That can happen when the vine gets to the top of what’s it’s been climbing on and then has no place else to go. It keeps sticking out shoots that can eventually become branches, ones that don’t seem to be poison ivy at all.
Don't Play With Fire Safety
Backyard entertaining has gotten more elaborate in recent years. Fire pits are helping homeowners extend the backyard season, and today’s playsets involve more than a simple set of swings and a slide. Whether backyard entertaining means spending time by the swimming pool or gathered around the grill, here are some safety tips to help keep your oasis fun and free of danger.