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Wow – it’s hot outside and the weather man says the mercury is on a marathon sprint to the top of the thermometer. That coupled with the humidity that plagues the Northern Virginia area and you’re looking at a real scorcher through the weekend. What are the top 5 safety tips to stay safe in a heat wave that you’ll…read more →
Outdoor Lightning Safety: NO PLACE outside is safe when thunderstorms are in the area! If you see lightning or hear thunder, you’re at risk! If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike you. When you hear thunder, immediately move to safe shelter: a substantial building with electricity or plumbing or an enclosed, metal-topped vehicle with windows up. Stay…read more →
Driving in the Snow: Be Prepared. Everybody knows “steer into the skid”. (Actually, at low speeds just unclench & let the wheel correct itself before you resume steering, but I digress). How about you don’t skid in the first place? This is where “How to Drive in Snow” quick tips can save you a trip to the body shop and a…read more →
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. (PRWEB) JULY 29, 2015 This year, the threat of flooding is higher in many areas of North America due to record-setting precipitation levels this spring. And, where there is water, mold is not far behind. Paul Davis, a leading provider of property restoration services for residential and commercial property, offers tips for protecting against water and mold damage….read more →
Let’s face it – it is cold outside. So cold in fact, we’re setting records on how cold it is outside! And like any good homeowner knows – other than a few extra layers on outside, cold also means the potential for frozen pipes. Before we get into how to deal with frozen pipes, let’s chat about what causes them. Frozen…read more →
Snow is tough but dealing with it is even harder. Here are a few tips to keep you safe, warm, and happy during this snow storm! Need an ice pick and don’t have one? An old credit card can usually do the trick. Always park towards the east when it snows. The sun rises in the east and will give…read more →
Road Closures per the Fairfax County Police Department SULLY Walney/Westfields to Mariah Popes Head Rd/Ofaly Rd Braddock Rd/Pleasant Forest Compton Road/28 Fairfax Station Rd Bull Run Post Office Rd Kincheloe Rd/Old Yates Ford Rd Clifton Road/Main St. Huntington area MT. VERNON 8100 Martha Washington St Richmond Hwy/Pohick Rd MCLEAN Buelah Rd/Forestville Dr High Water Old Courthouse Rd/Besley Belleview/Old Dominion Kirby Rd/Claiborne…read more →
Few things sound as ominous as “Impending Polar Vortex” (lets be honest – it sounds like a hocus pocus weather term made up solely to scare us into running to the nearest Target and buying out their gloves section) but since we’re finding ourselves smack dab in the middle of one, we feel it’s important to know what exactly is…read more →
Today is definitely one of those days any Northern Virginia resident should brush up on the “what to do’s” when there’s a tornado watch or warning. With a tornado warning in effect for the Washington DC Metro area until 5 pm tonight, we thought we’d hit a few key points on tornado and strong weather safety. As always, planning ahead is…read more →
