Category: Safety

Have you noticed the recent influx of electric scooters around Tallahassee? In July, approximately 1,000 e-scooters appeared on Tallahassee streets, marking the start of a three-month pilot program. This program aims to determine whether e-scooters are the right fit for Florida’s capital city, however, the presence of the scooters has raised some concerns, particularly when […]

Did you know that August is National Back-to-School Month? As summer comes to an end and children head back to school for another year, we know that preparing for the year ahead can be stressful. There are many factors to consider and plan for, and your child’s safety is one of them. To help keep […]

Did you know that vehicular-related heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash related fatalities for children 14 and younger? As July 31st is National Heatstroke Prevention Day, we are joining millions of Americans in bringing awareness to this important issue. Many people think that heatstroke only occurs after exposure to extreme heat for a long […]

Did you know that approximately 770,000 drivers fall victim to vehicle theft each year? Unfortunately, vehicle theft is a lucrative crime and one that occurs most often during the summer months. A study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that the cost of stolen vehicles totaled $6 billion in 2017 alone, and […]

The Fourth of July is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, cooking outdoors, and watching fireworks. While the day is typically a celebration, unfortunately, a number of accidents are also known to occur. Did you know, for example, that approximately 50,000 fires are caused by fireworks each year? Not to mention, […]

Did you know that approximately 40.3 million people around the world are being trafficked? Unfortunately, this number continues to rise, as human trafficking remains a global epidemic. You may have noticed the words ‘human trafficking’ have increased in prominence in recent years. Media outlets, legislative bodies, and governments, have increasingly brought light to the serious […]

The summer months are just around the corner, and for many, this means that children will be out of school and attending summer camp. As you work hard to ensure your children have a busy and fun summer, it is equally as important to make sure your children are safe and protected during their summer […]