Articles Posted in Keep Children Safe

Child Safety Month – Every November, communities across the country come together raising awareness for this very important cause. This initiative encourages parents, teachers, and caregivers to focus on child safety and well-being, ensuring they grow up in secure environments. Child Safety Month not only raises awareness of the potential hazards many children face in…

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 and Halloweekend to keep roads safe for everyone. Pedestrians On Halloween Be as predictable as…

Car Seat Safety – Johnson Law is always concerned for Alaskans traveling in vehicles, particularly Alaska’s children. This brings to mind incidents such an Anchorage collision which ejected two minor children from the vehicle. The Anchorage police investigation revealed improperly installed car seats. Luckily, in this instance neither child sustained life threatening injuries. Child restraint systems…

Alaska School Driving Zones are designated areas or where drivers should be more cautious and look for children. Children can often be unpredictable, so drivers should slow down and stay alert to keep our children safer. Slow Down The speed limit in Alaska School Driving Zones decreases so that drivers can stop quicker. Children may…

Alaska School Bus Safety – School buses are great transportation for kids heading to school every day. Buses are typically safe and convenient but there are concerns surrounding children’s safety when using the bus. Teach Your Children About Alaska School Bus Safety Bus stops are often strategically chosen for convenience and safety but there are…

Alaska Schools Are In Session. This means changes for both foot traffic and vehicle traffic. Two highly dangerous times for Alaskan citizens are: 1) August – the month school starts; and 2) May – the month school lets out. Slow Down Alaska. Please be even more careful while driving and make every effort to ensure…

Summer Solstice Weekend is here. Summer begins with the solstice on Friday, June 20, 2025, marking the astronomical first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. What exactly IS the summer solstice? Is it really the longest day of the year? Welcome the solstice with some interesting facts and folklore. People mark this event with celebrations include festivals,…

Smart Alaskans Use Sunscreen – The most common cause of skin cancer is by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Despite not being a hot climate like the Lower 48, Alaska’s sun can still cause sunburn and skin damage. Long summer days mean you’re exposed to the sun for a longer period, increasing the risk of…

Alaska Summer Driving and Kids – A right of passage for many children is finally being “big enough to ride in the front.” At the same time, airbags can seriously injure or kill young children riding in the front seat. Keep children in approved car seats as long as they are under the recommended age and sizes. Alaska…