SafetyBlog

In 2010, Massachusetts' Fire Department declared December 9 as the state's official "Candle Safety Awareness Day" in an effort to reduce house fires. Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan led the effort to recognize this day, and while it's just a few years old, Candle Safety Awareness Day is already opening families' eyes to the dangers of using candles."There have been many recent fires started after a candle was left burning unattended on a back porch, bedside table or a window shelf. Many of the …

A stolen truck carrying hazardous radioactive material has now been located, according to Mexican authorities. News of the truck's discovery has calmed the nerves of many, but locals in the surrounding area are concerned about the possibility of radioactive contamination. While the radioactive material has been located, the cleanup process could take days. Cobalt-60 is one of the 'high-risk' materials for creating dirty bombs, and nations from all parts of the world were naturally concer …

Food-borne illness is a serious problem that doesn't seem to be going anyway anytime soon. In fact, rates have actually increased in recent years. It's estimated that around 1 in 6 Americans will fall victim to some form of food-borne illness. Some of these cases are minor and may only cause slight nausea and digestive problems, while others are more severe, resulting in life-threatening complications. Individuals and families should protect themselves against food-borne illness through educatio …

Christmas is right around the corner, and that means families everywhere are hitting the 'tree farms' in search of the perfect tree. Decorating a tree with festive ornaments is a long-standing tradition that's only become more popular in the recent years. However, there's a hidden danger that oftentimes goes unnoticed by families: fire. If you've ever burned an old Christmas tree in your backyard, you're probably well aware of just how quickly they become engulfed in fire. This is why homeowners …

It's not everyday that you see a near-perfect circle of ice resting on top of a river (see image to the right). After all, how can a patch of ice have such geometric symmetry that it's comparable to a full circle? Well, this phenomenon recently occurred in a North Dakota river, leaving residents, meteorologists and scientists debating over what caused it. To learn more about North Dakota's mysterious ice circle, keep reading.It was a normal hunting excursion for 73-year-old George Loegering …