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March 2010

Evacuation

Someone knocks on your door and tells you that you have 15 minutes to evacuate – what would you take?

Besides your wallet/pocketbook, jewelry, pets, etc., your important papers should be organized and ready to take with you in an emergency.

Driving Distractions

Driving Distractions
50% of all vehicle accidents are caused by driving distractions such as:
• Eating
• Drinking
• Reading maps or other printed material
• Fumbling w/ CD’s
• Changing radio
• Fumbling w/ on-board computers
• Lighting/smoking tobacco products
• Taking medication while driving
• GPS devices
• Conversations w/ passengers
• Reaching for fallen objects
• Combing hair
• Shaving
• Applying Make-up
• Cell phones

Identity Theft

Identity theft is on the rise, in 2008 the cases of identity theft increased by 22%. Victims will spend anywhere from 3 to 6,000 hours trying to get their identity repaired. There are many forms of Identity Theft. Credit Card Fraud is using someone using your credit card to make purchases. Utility Fraud is starting a utility under someone else’s name, even their own child’s name. Bank Fraud includes stolen checks, changing amount on checks and ATM Passcode theft. Employment Fraud happens when someone uses your social security number when filling out paperwork for an employer.

Spring Home Maintenance Tips

Check your deck for weaknesses- If you have a deck, look for water stains, mold, moss, warped boards, loose nails, or any other signs of weakness. Left alone, small problems like these can significantly impact the structural integrity of your deck, even leading to potential collapse. Pressure washing and staining your deck are excellent preventative measures.

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