The USDA has some very clear and helpful tips about how to prepare, store, cook your raw turkey and cooked leftovers safely. As the Thanksgiving cook, you can follow these easy steps for a safer Turkey Day for all your guests. Wise Owl Safety Takeaways: Stop washing that turkey! Apparently 68% of cooks are still doing this. Washing only help spread the bacteria up to 3 feet around you … [Read more...] about Don’t wash that Thanksgiving turkey, plus 4 more food-safety tips
Brock Turner’s rape victim speaks out: “Victims are survivors, and survivors are going to be doing a hell of a lot … – Salon
A former Stanford swimmer who sexually assaulted an unconscious woman was sentenced to six months in jail because a longer sentence would have “a severe impact on him,” according to a judge. At his sentencing Thursday, his victim read him a letter describing the “severe impact” the assault had on her. Brock Turner's rape victim speaks out: “Victims are survivors, and survivors are going to be … [Read more...] about Brock Turner’s rape victim speaks out: “Victims are survivors, and survivors are going to be doing a hell of a lot … – Salon
Cleaning chimney vital for winter safety – The Wyoming County Examiner
Before you light the Yule log this holiday season, it's a good idea to make sure your chimney is prepared to handle it. Though often neglected, chimney cleaning is essential if you want your Christmas to be as safe as it is jolly. The good news is, chimney cleaning is not just quick, but affordable, too! Wise Owl Safety Takeaways: Creosote can build up in a fireplace flue. If not cleaned it … [Read more...] about Cleaning chimney vital for winter safety – The Wyoming County Examiner
Dog-Proof Your Vehicle: 3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Pup Safe
Dogs are great company on rides around town; however, they routinely lack the manners to clean up after themselves. I have a few suggestions to reduce the mess, although I doubt anything will eliminate it completely. The first is to have a dedicated blanket to drape over the dogs seat (we recommend the back benchin accidents an airbag can cause serious pooch injuries). A cheap felt blanket is … [Read more...] about Dog-Proof Your Vehicle: 3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Pup Safe
63-year-old woman robbed at gunpoint in Burlington home invasion, police say – myfox8.com
Three men force their way into a 63 year old womans home and robbed her at gun point police say. According to the woman the three men held her at gun point for a period of time while they looked thru the house for valuables. They were able to find a undisclosed amount of cash and fled the home. 63-year-old woman robbed at gunpoint in Burlington home invasion, police say - myfox8.com Photo by … [Read more...] about 63-year-old woman robbed at gunpoint in Burlington home invasion, police say – myfox8.com
Sexual assault: Changing the conversation before college – CNN.com – CNN
Kelly Wallace writes about a compelling new campaign that is targeted to generate awareness about sexual assault. The method of delivery is quite compelling, as girls, boys, college students, and others do not speak in front of the camera but merely hold up signs for conveying powerful messages against this problem. Wise Owl Safety Takeaways: In a striking new public service announcement … [Read more...] about Sexual assault: Changing the conversation before college – CNN.com – CNN
Teen girl fights off man who tried to rape her Brooklyn park – New York Daily News
A Brooklyn teenager was sexually assaulted in a public bathroom. The attacker tried to rape her, and responded violently when the girl tried to defend herself. She managed to escape to a local deli, where an employee contacted the authorities. The attacker got away, possibly with the girl's bra which he ripped off, and her phone which may have been dropped in the attack. Teen girl fights off man … [Read more...] about Teen girl fights off man who tried to rape her Brooklyn park – New York Daily News
Jogger Attacked on Bike Path in Lake Bluff – Lake Forest, IL Patch – Patch.com
Just when you thought it was safe to go jogging on a bike path. A 44 year old woman was assaulted by what she called a heavy set Hispanic man in a hat. She was able to scare away her attacker by screaming for help she told the police. The attack left her afraid and concerned about other women in the neighborhood. Jogger Attacked on Bike Path in Lake Bluff - Lake Forest, IL Patch - Patch.com … [Read more...] about Jogger Attacked on Bike Path in Lake Bluff – Lake Forest, IL Patch – Patch.com
Facts You Need To Know About Burglars
When you think of a burglar you probably think about a seasoned criminal looking to enter your window with a crowbar or hold you up at gunpoint, right? Let’s think again about this. In fact, most of the time they don’t even wear all black and ski-masks but they wear regular clothes. To take a closer look at these burglars myths, read on in this article. Wise Owl Safety Takeaways: When you … [Read more...] about Facts You Need To Know About Burglars
Protecting Your Protectors: SimpliSafe’s Guide to Dog Safety
In many ways, dogs are our protectors. But, how do we keep these fierce protectors safe? There are many ways to keep our family protectors safe by protecting your pup from the elements. This is especially important as the weather begins to creep back down into the low digits. To learn more about how to protect hem, read more in this article. Wise Owl Safety Takeaways: Burglars are terrified of … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Protectors: SimpliSafe’s Guide to Dog Safety