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Spring is here, and with the change in seasons comes an increased risk of severe weather. The Greater Kansas City area averages about 40-60 thunderstorm days per year, bringing strong
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Winter storms bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds, but they also create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning, and heart attacks
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Holiday decorations, candles and Christmas trees are a great way to get in the holiday spirit, but they also bring an increased risk for home fires. Here are some tips
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Cyber crime continues to grow, especially as an increasing number of consumers turn to online shopping to fulfill holiday wishlists. Taking a few precautions can go a long way in
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Prevent kitchen fires with these simple safety tips The holidays are here and that can mean big cooking projects and lots of distractions when your home is full of guests.
Read moreOctober is Cyber Security Awareness Month
Held every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month raises awareness about the importance of cybersecurity across our nation. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency encourages individuals and organizations alike to take proactive
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National Preparedness Month: No-Cost Preparedness September is National Preparedness Month, a time dedicated to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time.
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September is National Preparedness Month, a time dedicated to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time. This week’s focus is creating
Read more20 years after 9/11, region remains steadfast in cooperative efforts to be better prepared
The events of Sept. 11, 2001, forever changed how communities prepare for and work to prevent intentional terrorist attacks and other emergencies. In response to the tragedy, local agencies committed
Read moreNational Preparedness Month Tips: Make a Plan
September is National Preparedness Month, a time dedicated to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time. This week’s focus is
Read moreSeptember is National Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month (NPM) is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. The 2021 theme
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