Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States which honors and mourns the Americans who have died in the performance of their military duties. Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May. History On May 1, 1865 in Charleston, SC, African Americans honored hundreds of Black soldiers killed in the Civil War and buried in mass graves. To begin … [Read more...]
Safety While Viewing The Northern Lights
Viewing the Northern Lights is common in Alaska and popular among tourists. There are safety concerns to consider when viewing the Northern Lights whether by yourself or with a tour group. Choosing A Safe Location Choose a location to safely view the Northern Lights where you can park your vehicle away from any potential traffic. Pulling over on the side of the road to view … [Read more...]
Winter Solstice In Alaska
Winter solstice is the day the Northern Hemisphere tilts furthest from the sun. Many places in Alaska see less than 6 hours of daylight on winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. After December 21, Alaska will slowly start to gain more daylight every day. Although the solstice marks the shortest day and longest night, it's not usually the coldest day of the year. Even as … [Read more...]
Safely Decorate For The Holidays
Electrical fires are a major concern this time of year. Protect yourself and your home by safely decorating for the holidays. Inspect Decorations and Decorating Check light strands thoroughly for fraying or exposed wires. Both outdoor and indoor light strands can become frayed from use or storage. Replace old and worn out light strands to avoid electrical fires. Be cautious when … [Read more...]
Safe Toys & Gifts
December is safe toys and gifts month. Be cautious when purchasing new toys for children and don't leave a child unsupervised with a new toy. Review the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Safety Guides before buying gifts for the children in your life. If you have children of your own, review the Safety Guides before sharing your kid's gift lists with family … [Read more...]
Family Kitchen Safety
Before starting your holiday cooking, keep in mind potential risks and hazards in the kitchen. It's important to keep safety in mind, especially when cooking with multiple people in the kitchen. Many families are taking extra precautions and having smaller gatherings this holiday season to avoid health risks during the pandemic. Whether you're cooking for yourself, 2, or 10 people, … [Read more...]
