Landslides occur in nearly every state in the union, and cause as much as $2 billion in damage each year.

Some move slowly and gradually, while others can occur suddenly. Some of the factors that can lead to a landslide include erosion, nearby construction, or earthquakes. Often times, they result from flooding or the moisture saturation that occurs after heavy rainfall or rapid snow melt. Continue reading Are You Prepared For A Landslide In Your Area? »

 

As colder weather begins to roll in, you will want to start thinking about winter weather safety for you and your kids. One of the dangers parents need to be aware of is frostbite, which happens when body tissue becomes frozen.  Children are usually at a greater risk of frostbite than adults because they tend to lose heat from their skin faster than adults, but also because they might not be so quick to come in from the cold if they are out having fun.

Suiting your kids up in warm winter clothes is the first step in protecting them against frostbite. At Kids Health, they warn to also watch out for frost nip, an early warning symptom for frostbite. This usually happens to areas that are exposed to the cold, like cheeks, ears, nose, fingers and toes, which become red and numb. This can be treated at home by doing the following Continue reading Protect Your Kids From Frostbite This Winter »

74 percent of the time a child is killed within the first three hours of their abduction. Time is the most critical factor when rescuing a missing child. The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) provides law enforcement all across the country with resources to help them track missing kids. In 1984, NCMEC launched a network of resources that is a major force in helping to raise the missing children recovery rate from 62 percent to 96 percent.

 

With fears about the credit crisis and uncertainty plaguing the economy, more and more Americans are feeling a financial pinch. Some homeowners are having difficulty making payments on their homes and are looking for help to meet their mortgage commitments. Unfortunately, there are scam artists looking to take advantage of homeowners’ vulnerability. If you find yourself in a tight situation, you should be aware of the signs that could help you identify which companies are fraudulent and which are legitimate. Continue reading Outsmart Scammers: Avoid Falling Victim To A Foreclosure Rescue Scheme »