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10/11/2018

Saw an interesting program this week about the importance of teaching your kids what to do when they hear the smoke detector go off. Just in time for National Fire Prevention Week! Check out these tips to get your kids involved with fire safety.

10/08/2018

National Fire Prevention Week is here! Check out our latest blog post to see if your house measures up.

National FIre Prevention Week is the perfect time to take a few minutes and inspect your home for potential fire danger. Take our test to get started.

10/04/2018

Glad to see Seattle firefighters are getting extra protection. But what a shame they have to worry about it at all.

SEATTLE -- Seattle firefighters have added a new piece of equipment to their trucks -- something they hope will keep them safer. The city has bought 14 bulletproof vests and helmets and have another 25 on order, according to the department. Chief Harold Scoggins said the job of firefighters has evol...

10/02/2018

I think biz owners often feel like this quote from the article, "always felt immune to breakins." Then their biz gets broken into the first time. Hopefully the one business that had video surveillance will help get these thieves off the streets. Wish more of them had cameras.

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. -- There's been a string of break-ins at small businesses in Snohomish County. The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office made an arrest in some of them, and are investigating if more could be connected. "Before you do it , we will catch you," said Ky Kingslien, manager at a nail....

09/27/2018

9-1-1 in King County alone gets about 2 million calls annually. If you ever wondered how 911 calls get handled, check this out.

Nearly two million 9-1-1 calls are made in King County every year - that's one for every resident. These calls are routed to the twelve 9-1-1 centers that answer 9-1-1 calls for the 77 police and fire agencies in King County.

09/25/2018

It's Week 4 of National Preparedness month and the theme is saving for an emergency. Wanted to share these solid tips for putting some $$ away in case of an unexpected event.

Week 4: SAVE FOR AN EMERGENCY
Consider the costs associated with disasters. Plan financially for the possibility of emergencies or a disaster.

• If a disaster strikes your home or neighborhood, you will have unexpected expenses such as lodging, food and gas. Are you prepared?
• Consider opening a separate emergency savings account to save money that could be used in any crisis.
• Have money on hand for a “rainy day.” Keep a small savings of cash at home stored in a safe place in case of emergencies. Make sure you have small bills on hand ($1, $5, $10) because ATMs and credit cards may not work after a large-scale disaster, when you’ll need to purchase fuel, food or medication.
• Learn how become more prepared. Visit www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness

09/21/2018

While you're talking to your insurance agent during National Preparedness Month (see our recent posts), ask if they offer discounts for a home security system. Many do! Get more ideas for saving money in this article.

The price you pay for your homeowners insurance can vary by hundreds of dollars, depending on the insurance company you buy your policy from. Here are some things to consider when buying homeowners insurance.

09/18/2018

It's Week 3 of National Preparedness Month – time to talk to your insurance carrier to make sure you've got coverage in the event of an unplanned event.

09/14/2018

Play Lifesaver! Lifesaver is an app that plays like an interactive game. great for the whole family to learn how to handle life saving skills during National Preparedness Month!

Would you know what to do if someone collapsed in front of you? Our free app, Lifesaver will show you what to do. You learn by doing: do it wrong, and see the consequences; do it right, and sense the thrill of saving a life.

09/10/2018

Week 2 of National Preparedness Month is about learning life saving skills. See our blog post for a free app you can download to your smartphone that provides first aid tips when you need them immediately.

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