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Be Prepared for Home Fires

Home Fire Prevention

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Preparing Small Business Workplaces for Pandemic Flu

The Tippecanoe County Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering a free , 45 minute presentation about how you can protect your employees from the possible upcoming pandemic flu. In addition, the chapter will provide small business employers and employees pandemic flu information to aid in business sustainability.

Purpose:

* Raise awareness about pandemic flu and provide information on what to expect during a pandemic

* Provide small business employers and employees pandemic flu information to aid in business sustainability.

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Earthquake Safety Tips

Earthquakes strike suddenly, without warning, and they can occur at any time of the year, day or night. Forty-five states and territories in the U.S. are at moderate to very high risk of earthquakes, and they are located in every region of the country.

Are you prepared for a major earthquake? Stay safe with the Earthquake Preparedness Tips attached to this story.

Emergency preparedness is vital to yours and loved ones’ everyday safety. Learn how you can be ready by creating a preparedness plan now.

Heat Wave Safety Tips

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  • Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS).
  • Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.
  • Eat small meals and eat more often.
  • Avoid extreme temperature changes.
  • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.

Automated External Defibrillator

Learn more about how AEDs save lives by clicking HERE