When enjoying outdoor activities in the sun or working outside during times of hot temperatures, it’s not that difficult to experience overheating that can lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke. And if the humidity is high, your body has an even harder time releasing heat since your sweat doesn’t evaporate as quickly. Heat-related conditions can […]

No, we are not talking about objects like those pictured. We mean those objects which are in your landscape or hanging on or in your lanai or loggia. These objects may easily become hazardous during a hurricane or other high-wind storm. How do you assess what may become a hazard? The answer is, even the […]

Below is a list of essential practices to follow when using a portable generator during a power outage. Common mistakes in powering your home with a portable generator can create serious hazards to yourself and others as well as cause significant damage to your home. More information can be found at these links: How To […]

You might know the Herons Glen SSEP (Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness) Committee as the volunteer group responsible for the Firewise Event, or the folks who help direct traffic for the Christmas Cart Parade. But the SSEP is also always on point to help before, during, and after a hurricane. Once a hurricane has been […]

I have been a movie buff since time immemorial. In the mid-1940s, for thirty cents, I could see a double feature, and that included round-trip Greyhound bus fare to and from the village where the Strand Theater awaited me and my thin dime. Two movies for only a dime? Unheard of by today’s standards. Now […]

• Stay Hydrated Dehydration is another safety concern during the summer months. Be sure to drink enough liquids throughout the day, as our bodies can lose a lot of water through perspiration when it gets hot out. • Protect Your Skin Use sunscreen 30 minutes before going out. Reapply sunscreen every two hours or after […]