Articles Posted in Holiday Safety

Happy New Year! There are many ways to welcome 2026. Typically, people enjoy parties, preparing special meals, making resolutions, and performing certain rituals. Following are some traditions which may give you ideas for creating or adding to your own. Regardless of how you enjoy welcoming 2026, stay safe and stay healthy. Stream a cozy movie…

Safety At Home – Children should be safe at home. Keeping children busy and having fun during the holiday break is a priority for all parents. It’s also important to be aware of potential hazards and risks. Research from the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than twelve thousand children 19 and…

Home Safety – The holidays are a great time to travel. It is also a great time to stay home and enjoy the company of your loved ones. No matter your plans this holiday season, it is important to protect your home and family. Traveling Over The Holidays Never post your travel plans online. Sharing…

Toy Safety Month is here. December is National Gift and Toy Safety Month, a crucial awareness campaign during the peak holiday season to remind parents, caregivers, and gift-givers to choose age-appropriate toys, check for safety certifications, avoid hazards like small parts, sharp edges, and long cords, and ensure gifts promote a safe, healthy playtime for…

Halloweekend Safety – October 31st is Halloween. While the modern tradition of Halloween is more about dressing up in costumes and collecting candy, Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain when people lit bonfires and wore costumes to ward off spirits. Samhain Throughout the Years By 43 AD, the Roman Empire had conquered…

Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year for pedestrians. Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other night of the year. Use caution this Halloween to keep roads safe for everyone. Pedestrians On Halloween Be as predictable as possible to…

Halloween Safety Month is upon us. October is designated Halloween Safety Month each year. The goals? Highlighting security measures, including making costumes visible and well-fitting, supervising trick-or-treaters, checking candy for safety, and ensuring the homes and yards are safe for visitors. Before participating in Halloween events and activities, take time to review safety tips with…

Labor Day explores the achievements of the United States in the development and improvement of the welfare of workers. Accordingly, Alaska, along with the rest of the United States, observes Labor Day on the first Monday of September. The day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Traditionally, people celebrate with parties,…

Independence Day – The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. This historic event declared the 13 American colonies free from British rule. Therefore, the day is remembered as the true start of American independence. The day has been…

Summer Solstice In Alaska – Alaska is known as the land of the Midnight Sun. During Summer Solstice, many communities across Alaska celebrate the extended sunlight throughout the month of June. It’s important to stay safe, hydrated, and protected from the sun when celebrating. This ensures you and yours will fully enjoy the Summer Solstice…