Over the last 11 days, we have provided some preparedness tips to make your holiday a safe holiday.  Our goal and mission is to provide safety and preparedness tips to use throughout the year, and we are thankful  for your support and feedback. Happy Holidays from the 2BeeReady crew: Chuck Wilson Gina Arnold William J.P. Smith Chris Hall Wendi Pickford We wish...

If you ask any public safety professional what the worst emergency they have responded to, they will often refer to those involving children. Especially when so many of them could have been easily avoided. There are many things to consider regarding toys this holiday season. Both the gifts you buy for your children, and also gifts they receive from friends and...

Cookies, cakes, feasts, snack trays, candy…. The holiday season is just as much about the quality time shared breaking bread with family and friends as anything else. The basics on food safety, avoiding cross contamination, and keeping your food out of the “danger range” can be found on our “Now your Cooking” post.  Now is a good time to review washing...

Candles or any open source of flame provide an immediate safety hazard. There are many different electric or battery operated scented candles available on the market now, the need for an open flame for ambience just isn’t necessary. While the ambient appeal is understandable, please opt for safer alternatives. Certain traditions and celebrations have traditionally...

In the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season, it’s easy to overlook the safety of our 4 legged family members. Pet run-aways are more common during the holiday season. With people visiting more often, and package deliveries that may lead to gates left open, this provides the perfect escape route for our fluffy buddies.   Be sure your pet is securely in the...