With the series of snowstorms pretty common this winter, being a bit more careful around snow is quite crucial especially if you’re the type of person who like to go out in the snow. While avalanches may not be a real concern for city dwellers, people living closer to nature might have to be cautious […]

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Snow is getting heavier by the minute, and it’s not so pretty when it’s turning out to be a snowstorm. Prepare for such dangers before it’s too late. Know what to do so that you can ensure your family’s safety when the snow becomes a threat.

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We don’t usually feature things that do not usually concern an ordinary Joe and Jane. But with the title, you’d definitely get that this one’s for those highly unlikely but still possible extreme situations. Here’s one for your personal survival guide.
So let’s say you’re in a cruise ship (Or any other ship, matie! Arr!) and […]

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Did you know that in US alone, more than 600 people are struck by lightning every year? Not all die, of course, but those who are lucky enough to survive, usually suffer from serious injuries. Electrical bolts can travel really fast — up to ten miles from a thundercloud. Unbelievable, huh? Well better believe it, […]

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Say, you’re in such a highly-unlikely scenario where you have some baddies place you in a room, lock the door up and swallowed the key. You managed to free yourself from the ropes that bind you and all you have to do is to knock down the door and into sweet freedom. What will you […]

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Muggers and pickpockets often work with speed and surprise on their side. You always have to be alert to avoid getting victimized. In any case, you can’t really predict if your luck runs out all of a sudden but there are ways to minimize your losses just in case you get mugged.

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Do you have pesky neighbors? They are the people who peek through their windows at the slightest hint of intrigue in your own home. They are the people whose pets cross over your own backyard and causes chaos with your own dog. But most importantly, they are the people who could be most helpful if […]

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Storms and hurricanes. Tornadoes and thunderstorms. Floods and ManBearPig. Anything can happen these days. If you happen to live where such occurrences are quite common, you just have to be prepared for them. One thing you can do to help you survive disasters is to stock up on emergency supplies. The rule of thumb is […]

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The last time, we posted this bit on getting rid of the smell of cigarette fumes inside your house. Well, we missed the opportunity to mention that cigarette smoking inside your home is not only a health hazard but a fire hazard too. If you’re too stubborn to quit smoking, then at least make the […]

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Following that Mattel Fisher-Price brouhaha, where they recalled millions of made-in-China toys for sporting lead-based paint coating, parents should be warned of the potential hazards that toys can bring.
Ever wondered why babies almost always pop anything they could put their hands on their mouths? It’s because it’s their instinct to do so. Since they’re not […]

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Generally, extension cords are safety hazards and some local legislation and safety codes do not allow their use. So if you are to use cords, better check with your local codes if they’re legal. Most codes require every six feet along the walls and this applies to newer homes. Most old homes were not and […]

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Ever had one of those crank calls in the middle of the night? Nothing just irritates me more than getting some bastard on the other line making all sorts of crazy remarks.

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Say you’re capable enough to have a swimming pool in your own backyard. It’s summer and you probably want to get more mileage from your investment. Hey, nothing beats the heat with a good dip in a cool pool. However, there had been a tad too many accidents in private pools so better be on […]

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One of my sworn enemies back in my old job was our network administrator. For one, I’m a firm believer that the research and development should be given a fair amount of buffer for them to be able to be creative and productive. I still wondered why the IT department tried to prevent us from […]

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Seems like iPod junkies should take heed of experts’ advice to get indoors as soon as lightning and thunder is heard.
CNN reports of hit-by-lightning-while-using-their-iPods cases. The latest, a Canadian jogger who suffered burns, ruptured eardrums, and a broken jaw when he was hit by lightning and electricity traveled through the wires.
Several other cases have also […]

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