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National Child Safety and Protection Month: Keeping Alaska’s Children Safe. Learn why child safety matters in Alaska and how parents, caregivers, and communities can help prevent childhood accidents and injuries through awareness and education. National Child Safety and Protection Month November is National Child Safety and Protection Month, a time to raise awareness about the…

Alaska Halloween Safety – Learn how Alaska families can prevent Halloween injuries from icy walkways, home decorations, fire hazards, crowded events, and changing weather. Hidden Hazards at Homes, Parties, and Community Events Alaska Halloween safety goes beyond choosing a visible costume and watching for traffic. Homes, neighborhood gatherings, school celebrations, and community events can present…

Alaska Child Pedestrian Safety – Help Alaska children walk safely in fall and winter with tips on visibility, icy sidewalks, safer routes, crosswalks, and school bus stops. Alaska Child Pedestrian Safety: Helping Kids Walk Safely in Fall and Winter As fall turns to winter in Alaska, walking to school, waiting for the bus, or visiting…

What Every Alaska Parent Should Do After a Child’s Water Accident Children And Water Accidents In Alaska – No parent expects a day on Alaska’s water to end in an emergency. Whether your family is boating on a lake, fishing along a river, kayaking, or simply enjoying the shoreline, a child can enter dangerous water…

Understanding Water Hazards and Emergency Preparedness Alaska Water Safety For Kids – While prevention is essential, understanding Alaska’s specific water hazards and knowing how to respond in an emergency is equally important. From rivers and lakes to coastal waters, each environment presents unique risks that families must be prepared to handle. What Should Parents Know…

Essential Tips to Prevent Drowning And Protect Your Family Alaska Water Safety – Alaska’s rivers, lakes, streams, and coastlines offer incredible opportunities for families to explore the outdoors. Whether you’re fishing on the Kenai River, boating in Prince William Sound, or enjoying a local lake, water is a central part of life in Alaska. However,…

A Weekend Of Community, Reflection, and Celebration Juneteenth and Alaska Summer Solstice – Juneteenth is a federal holiday observed on June 19 each year. The holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. Today, Juneteenth honors freedom, resilience,…

Spring Break Home Safety – Making spring break at home safe for kids in Alaska is especially important because unique seasonal conditions can increase the risk of injury. Snow-covered yards, icy driveways, melting rooftops, and continued use of heating devices all create potential hazards for children who are spending more time at home. Furthermore, without…

Spring Break Child Safety – Spring break in Alaska looks different than it does in many other states. In communities like Fairbanks and Anchorage, families still deal with icy driveways, cold temperatures, and unpredictable weather – even in March. When school-age children (ages 5 to12) spend more time at home during Spring Break, child safety…

Spring Break Safety – It’s that time of year in Alaska. Spring break is a great time to relax and have fun. Smart planning keeps your trip safer and more stress-free. Here are practical ways to protect yourself while traveling. Have Fun and Stay Protected Spring break should be memorable for the right reasons. Whether…