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In the Archives of Disease in Childhood, a group of doctors has come out against detergent pods because of five reports of serious illness that occurred when a child consumed the item.  These pods are apparently being confused by children who think they might be candy.  The doctors stated that they put in a request… read more

Calgary enacted their no distractions while driving policy one year ago, but despite the rather large fine of $172, it has not proven to be quite the deterrent that many had hoped. To further dissuade motorists from the practice, the police chief of Calgary wants to see license demerits added to the penalty. However, his… read more

The Villa Rica City Council in Georgia recently passed a bill banning the use of a cellphone while driving unless the driver has a hands-free device. Unfortunately, the mayor of Villa Rica vetoed the bill.  The council didn’t give up, though, and will be looking at another bill. The new bill will potentially outlaw using… read more

The police department of Chatham, New Jersey has been cracking down on the use of cellphones by drivers in crosswalk areas. Last Wednesday, 30 people were given warnings and 29 were given tickets for some type of crosswalk violation. 17 of those citations were for cellphone usage.  The fine for using a cellphone is $130,… read more

In 2010, about 75% of police cars contained an on-board computer.  Now, a new device has been installed in the police vehicles in Fort Wayne, Indiana to prevent use of their in-car computers at certain speeds. The device will shut off the keyboard and touch-screen once the vehicle exceeds 15 miles per hour. A similar… read more

Previously, we brought you tips on how to avoid danger in the event that a flood affects your community.  However, hazards associated with drowning aren’t the only threat that can compromise safety during flood conditions.  Danger can present itself long after the floodwaters have receded.  Most typically, that danger takes the form of mold.  The… read more

The Portland, Oregon-based Pacific Coast Fruit Company has announced the recall of different types of their fresh cut fruit items. The products are being recalled because the mangos contained within were potentially contaminated with Salmonella Braenderup, which can endanger children, pregnant women and the elderly.  The products should be destroyed or brought back to where… read more

Splendid Products has voluntarily recalled Daniella mangos because they could be contaminated with Salmonella, and Food Lion, Harveys, and Reid’s are participating in the recall. The product has a PLU of 4051 and purchase dates between August 14 and 29. Food Lion’s Garden Highway Mango Medley with a UPC of 8-26766-21437 and an August 28… read more

Heartland RV has announced the recall of seven Elkridge and Bighorn Silverado fifth wheel vehicles of the 2011 through 2013 model years. This is due to the fact that there was a possible manufacturing error wherein the liquid propane line featured in the RV might have been improperly installed. If the propane leaks and finds… read more

Sioux Falls, South Dakota residents packed Carnegie Town Hall for the City Council’s vote on a new distracted driving ban that could hit offenders with a $200 ticket if they are caught texting and driving. The city council members voted unanimously for the ban, citing the benefit it would hopefully provide to public safety. Residents… read more

Texting and driving is one step closer to being illegal for Greenwood, South Carolina citizens.  The City Council supported the mayor’s proposal to make texting while behind the wheel an unlawful act.  The law currently awaiting approval would make it illegal for drivers of all vehicles to both read and send text messages.  It  would be… read more

The Director of Safety Programs at the Illinois Department of Transportation says that although texting behind the wheel has been against the law for two years running, it is still a threat to safety that shows no signs of abating.  He also stated that they are using a campaign to inform people of the danger…. read more