In the U.S., garbage pickup day is paramount to public health, cleanliness, the beauty of our communities, and even our overall happiness and mental well-being. For most of us, we don’t think twice about the entire process—pickup, compaction, separation, storage, or disposal. We simply expect our garbage to be whisked away with the same certainty…
Image via Unsplash Burglary rates in the United States are dropping each year. This trend is primarily due to affordable, cutting-edge home security technology and a growing awareness of simple practices that deter criminals from attempting a break-in. Nonetheless, a burglary still happens every 30 seconds, according to FBI statistics. If you’re hoping…
The continental U.S. sees its fair share of hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, winter weather events, and tornadoes, depending on where you live. On top of that, these days we also have worries over issues like active shooters and social upheaval. How can families be prepared to get through various emergencies safely? The answer is simple: by…
4 Tips to Strengthen Your Website’s Security If you are a small business owner, you no doubt rely on your website as a primary means of interacting with your customers. Your site may provide key information about your company, opportunities to make purchases, and even interfaces that employees use behind the scenes. Because a security…
DIY Hacks : 30 Year Food Storage Preserve your food in five simple steps by Lara Vince April 8, 2020 Here is a quick and easy do-it-yourself preservation hack that will extend the shelf life of your food for up to 30 years. The top recommended foods to store long term are rice, dry…
REAL TANGIBLE BENEFITS OF BEING PREPARED There are real benefits to being prepared: Being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses that accompany disasters. Communities, families, and individuals should know what to do in the event of a fire and where to seek shelter during a powerful storm. They should be ready to evacuate their…
If earthquakes are common in your area, you know they can’t be predicted. There’s no time to brace your belongings or evacuate. That’s why it’s so important to prepare yourself — and your home — in advance and as best you can. Prepare Your Emergency Kit Start by packing an earthquake kit. Keep one at…
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