[Updated January 10, 2022] Last week's winter weather resulted in multiple crashes on state and local roadways. Driving safely on wintery roads depends on driver performance in winter hazards, good vehicle maintenance, and common sense. "Weather" the winter with these tips for you and your vehicle.    Prepare your car for winter driving conditions. Before you head out in wintery conditions, prepare your vehicle: Keep windshield and windows clear. Keep a snow brush and scraper in your vehicle at all times. Your car's defroster can be supplemented by wiping the windows with a clean cloth to improve visibility. Check your…

If you are a snowbird heading south for the winter, there are several key things you can do to help protect your vacant home. Taking these steps can help protect your home from theft, water damage, heating or electrical system malfunctions and other possible threats while you are away for an extended period of time. Download the Preparing Your Vacant Home Checklist PDF >>   1. Prevent Your Home From Appearing Unoccupied Forward your mail, stop newspaper delivery, and ask a friend to pick up items that may be left at your door. Arrange for someone to remove snow after storms. Put motion-sensitive…

Even the thought of climbing a ladder can be scary for some people. The potential for falls and serious injury is enough for many homeowners to leave the gutter cleaning and holiday decorating to the pros. But if you're a do-it-yourselfer, or you have to reach a high cabinet or replace a bulb in a ceiling fixture, you're probably going to use a ladder. Falls are the third leading cause of unintentional injury-related deaths and the top cause of nonfatal injuries, according to Injury Facts. In 2017, 36,338 people died from falls at home or at work. Choose the Right Ladder…