Look around you right now. I bet you can count at least 10 things within your reach that are made of plastic. And perhaps half of those are something you intend to toss in the trash. According to earthday.org, about 8 million metric tons of plastic are thrown into the ocean annually. That is a […]
In case of a disaster of any type, it may be necessary to shut off utilities to help keep your home and family safe. Knowing how to shut off gas, water and electricity should be a part of every emergency plan. […]
Republished from Idaho Farm Bureau Quarterly, Summer 2017, Volume 17, Issue 3 By Yvonne Barkley Yvonne Barkley is an associate extension forester for the University of Idaho. She can be reached at yvonnec@uidaho.edu. It’s fire season and you have taken steps to keep your family and home fire safe, but what about your animals? Most […]
Download a free Home Inventory Worksheet Fire, flood, burglary and other disastrous occurrences can be stressful, but recovering from them can be even more challenging if you’re not prepared. Having a detailed list of your home’s contents could speed your claim processing, and provide documentation for tax deductions you can claim for your losses. […]
With the full heat of summer upon us, many Idahoans are turning to their air conditioners for some relief. However, there are several myths that persist to waste energy and money. […]
Heavy snow accumulation has led to a wave of roof collapses in your area. With the threat of more snow on the horizon, you may want to consider clearing your roofs and decks to minimize the likelihood of a structural collapse. […]
Idaho winters don’t always arrive as predicted. The tease of extended fall weather can end quickly and dramatically with surprise appearances of bitter cold fronts and underestimated snow storms. It’s easier than we think to be caught off-guard. A substantial concern for Idaho property owners during the winter is frozen waterlines. As most of us […]
It’s rare to see travelers without some kind of electronic device helping them through a busy day of flight times, contact numbers, hotel addresses and step-by-step driving directions. They’ve become part of our every-day, and we’ve learned to depend on their immeasurable assistance during our travels. But just as airports, hotels and transportation companies have […]
We’re all aware of the risks associated with Halloween like costume safety, inspecting candy, watching for cars, and being alert to the strange things people do on this night of frights. But if your home isn’t safe for your trick-or-treaters or party guests, you could be risking injuries, lawsuits, and other spooky things. […]
September is National Preparedness Month in America. Here in Idaho when it comes to being ready for natural disasters we’re fortunate in many ways. For one, we don’t have to worry about preparing for some of the country’s most devastating events. We don’t experience hurricanes in the west. Tornadoes, particularly the kind that leave larges […]
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