Spin Electric Scooters are taking the city of Pittsburgh by storm. Electric Scooter usage is rising across major cities in the U.S and Pittsburgh is one of the latest to receive the scooters. These rentable scooters are part of a ride-sharing program offered in many major cities. Officially launched in July, the scooters are part …
Warm weather is here, and it is time for children to enjoy the outdoors. Although most parents and children look forward to summer weather, this time of year presents new dangers for children. Fortunately, we can protect our children if parents plan ahead of time and follow some basic safety tips. Here are a few …
Bounce houses are a popular summer attraction for children; however, they are not always safe. According to HealthDay News, an average of 31 children a day go to U.S. emergency rooms due to bounce house injuries. Many of these injuries include broken bones and arm and leg sprains. If you are going to provide a …
Pittsburgh is home to many amusement parks including Idlewild, Kennywood and Sandcastle. During the summer, residents plan family trips to these amusement parks and others around the country. It is important for families to know, that although these parks are designed for entertainment, any amusement park can present hazardous conditions if they are not properly …
December, January, and February, when the temperature is typically at its coldest, house fires are at a yearly high. According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), these months contain half of all home heating fires for the year. Keeping warm is a necessity during these frigid times, …
