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October brings focus on fire prevention

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Fire safety organizations traditionally conduct fire prevention awareness campaigns in October, coinciding with the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Though its origin is disputed, the deadly fire burned from October 8 to 10 that year, killing about 300 people, destroying more than 3 square miles of the city and leaving 100,000 people homeless. The post October brings focus on fire prevention appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Take care with riding mowers on slopes

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Riding mowers seem more popular than ever for trimming the lawn. A self-propelled riding mower with a seated or standing operator is designed to cut larger grassy areas such as residential lawns, golf courses, cemeteries and parks. The post Take care with riding mowers on slopes appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Fire up the grill, but follow simple safety tips

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Grilling season is here, and with all the social distancing that 2020 has brought us, consumers are eager to do more home cooking at their backyard grills. Unfortunately, each summer season also brings numerous home fires and burn injuries associated with outdoor grilling activities. The post Fire up the grill, but follow simple safety tips appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Fighting fire: Benefits of a residential sprinkler system

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It takes only minutes for a fire to escalate. Even with the responding fire department’s prompt arrival, a home could be destroyed. To help avoid this, have your home fitted with a residential sprinkler system. The post Fighting fire: Benefits of a residential sprinkler system appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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