Author: Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula

With warmer weather, more people will be out enjoying the sunshine, including bicyclists. It’s important that drivers and cyclists properly share the road. Please remember the following safety tips: If riding with someone else, cyclists ride side-by-side on the road to remain more visible to drivers and create a safety buffer in traffic. Make sure your bike is in good working condition, and wear a helmet. Drivers, please provide a 3-foot buffer between your vehicle and the cyclist. Never use a bike lane to pass other vehicles or as a parking space. Watch for cyclists in low-light conditions. For more…

By being mindful of fat, oil, and grease disposal, we can help protect our sewer system and the environment. When rinsed down the drain, FOG(Fat, Oil, & Grease)  solidifies, leading to blockages and potential damage. Save money and the environment with these helpful disposal tips:   Scrape food scraps into the trash Wipe excess FOG off dinnerware and cookware before washing Use sink strainers to keep food scraps out of the drain Pour used FOG in a container with a lid and place it in the trash Visit UnclogTheFog.com to learn more about proper FOG disposal. More Tips : To safely dispose…

Outdoor grilling and barbecues are a great way to create memories with family and friends. However, the safe use and operation of open-flame devices are just as essential to having a good time. One of the leading causes of apartment and townhome fires involves the misuse of outdoor grills. The following fire safety regulations will help you enjoy this outdoor activity: Don’t use grills and barbecues indoors or on apartment balconies Grills and barbecues should be on ground level and at least 10 feet away from buildings Coal should completely cool and dry before disposal Grills and barbecues must always…

It’s National Public Health Week — a great reminder to reflect on your health, the health of your loved ones, and how to respond to a potential medical emergency. While medicine has many benefits, it’s important to always make sure it’s safely stored away. The following safety tips will help see that your medication helps rather than hurts: Organize your medication! Make sure it isn’t expired, is stored in its original packaging with the cap correctly sealed, and is out of reach from pets and children. Store your medication away in a secured location, such as a locked cabinet, closet,…

Nighttime road safety hinges on visibility; drivers have significantly less time to react to hazards at night, with visibility limited to about 250-500 feet, depending on the headlight type. Enhancing visibility through improved lighting, reflective materials, and driver awareness can dramatically reduce accidents.  Here's a more detailed look at nighttime visibility for road safety: 1. The Problem: Reduced Visibility and Increased Risk : Limited Visibility: At night, drivers can typically only see about 250 feet ahead with normal headlights, and even with high beams, visibility is limited to around 500 feet.  Reduced Reaction Time: This limited visibility significantly reduces the time drivers have…