On Wednesday, July 3, at 2:30 a.m., two jet-skiiers were killed after their jetski hit a buoy in the middle of the South River in Maryland. Police noted that the two individuals were intoxicated and were not wearing life jackets. These two deaths raise the death toll for boat related accidents to … Read more about Don’t Hit the Buoy: Sage Boating Advice for Carlisle, PA
Make Safety Stylish Again: Debunking Common PFD Myths in Carlisle, PA
What is a PFD? A PFD is a “Personal Flotation Device.” The device is designed to prevent drowning. Every year, over 500 recreational boaters drown in U.S. waters. The United States Coast Guard reports that of the 500 drowning deaths, 400 of these drowning victims were not wearing a life jacket. If … Read more about Make Safety Stylish Again: Debunking Common PFD Myths in Carlisle, PA
July 2, 1776: The Real Independence Day
Everyone knows that Independence Day is celebrated on July 4. But, did you know that Independence Day was really on July 2? July 2, 1776 is the day that the Continental Congress actually voted for independence. John Adams wrote that fireworks and celebration would commemorate July 2. He was almost … Read more about July 2, 1776: The Real Independence Day
Child Drowning Deaths Linked to Smart Phone Usage
Summer is almost here! The official start to summer means time spent relaxing at the beach or pool. While the pool or beach is a great place to unwind, parents should be vigilant when children are swimming. As reported by USA Today, last year, an international call was made for parents to put down … Read more about Child Drowning Deaths Linked to Smart Phone Usage
Philadelphia Bed Bugs – What to do?
What is the quickest way to ruin a wonderful vacation? Returning home with Philadelphia bed bugs instead of a Liberty Bell souvenir. A recent report shows that Philly has overtaken other major metro areas as the number one city for these creepy crawlers. While bed bugs have proven an issue for … Read more about Philadelphia Bed Bugs – What to do?
The World Remembers D-Day on 75th Anniversary
We are departing from our typical blog topics to commemorate a pivotal moment in world history. Today is the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, which occurred on June 6, 1944. At daybreak, as part of Operation Overlord, thousands of allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy. Despite heavy losses and … Read more about The World Remembers D-Day on 75th Anniversary
Baseball Safety and Fan Precautions
Yesterday a foul ball struck a young fan when it flew into the stands during an Astros v. Cubs baseball game. The child was taken to the hospital for treatment. However, there is still no news of their condition. The player, Albert Almora Jr., a center fielder for the Cubs, was overcome with emotion … Read more about Baseball Safety and Fan Precautions
Chrissy Teigen goes to Court
Known for her work as a model, commentator on Lip Sync Battle, cookbook, and spicy twitter presence, Chrissy Teigen is heading to court. Court TV that is, as judge on a new comedy show called "Chrissy's Court" of course! In a similar vein to Judge Judy's show (except as far as we know, Ms. Teigen … Read more about Chrissy Teigen goes to Court
Ask a Truck Crash Attorney
Truck collision cases can be complicated and frequently result in litigation. Therefore, if you have suffered an injury due to a tractor trailer, you should contact an experienced truck crash attorney. Truck crashes, also known as tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, or large commercial truck … Read more about Ask a Truck Crash Attorney
Car Crash Uptick with Light Rain
Car crash and fatal crash statistics increase even in light rain conditions, according to a new study. The the American Meteorological Society has stated that wet roads were noted in many fatal car crashes, showing a statically significant trend nationally. However, the trend for Pennsylvania is not … Read more about Car Crash Uptick with Light Rain
Pool Safety in Chester County
The Memorial Day Weekend is only a few days away. With the unofficial start of summer, it's time to start thinking about pool safety. Take a few steps to keep your children, pets, friends and family safe around water. Firstly, if your family owns a pool it is important to make the area safe by … Read more about Pool Safety in Chester County
Motor Vehicle Collision and Maintenance
We all know that doing regular maintenance on our vehicles prolongs the life of the car and makes the driving experience enjoyable. However, a car running in good condition is also a much safer vehicle for you and others on the road. Some motor vehicle collision or crashes can be avoided by proper … Read more about Motor Vehicle Collision and Maintenance