Tag: safety
Surge in Child ATV Injuries Likely Linked to Pandemic, Experts Say
For OnFocus - The typical summer surge in all-terrain vehicle (ATV) injuries kicked off early this year, as children were out of school due...
Get Answers to Animal-Related Questions at Q&A Event
Animal Q&A Event to Take Place March 7
Marshfield, WI (OnFocus) Residents can get answers to their animal-related questions during a special Q&A session on...
Know the Dangers of Using Turkey Fryers this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires with 1,600 reported in 2017, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
If choosing to...
Know the Fire Risks of Electric Blankets, Heating Pads
(OnFocus) The chilly temperatures means it’s time to bring out the electric blankets and heating pads.
However, 500 home fires are caused by improper use...
Halloween Safety Tips from Marshfield Insurance
Celebrate Halloween Safely
Contributed by Marshfield Insurance
Do you remember how much fun it was to get dressed up as your favorite action hero, cartoon character...
Area Fire Departments to ‘Get Fired Up for Safety’
Oct. 13 Date Cancelled, Event moved to Oct. 20
Marshfield, WI (OnFocus) Area fire departments will gather together to get families “Fired Up for Safety”...
Marshfield Ranks High in Safety in Wisconsin
Marshfield, WI (OnFocus) Marshfield again ranks high in safety compared to its neighbors, according to another ranking site.
Using recent FBI crime statistics, Backgrounds.com ranked...
Chat with the Fire Chief: Summer Water Safety
Have a safe summer in the water with tips from Marshfield Fire Chief, Scott Owen.
Chat with the Fire Chief: 4th of July Safety
4th of July is one of summer's biggest events. Learn more about safe fireworks handling, pet safety, and staying hydrated.
"It's a time to celebrate,...
Buried Utility Lines Pose Danger for Summer Yard Projects
Before starting that outdoor project, homeowners should put safety first by calling Diggers Hotline at 811.
Unseen lines buried just beneath the surface pose a...