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Take time this weekend to check fire, CO alarms

The time of year has arrived when the region gets an extra hour Sunday. ReadyWisconsin has a suggestion for putting that added time to good use. As daylight saving time comes to an end Sunday morning, ReadyWisconsin encourages people to fall back on safety and emergency preparedness as well. “When clocks change twice a year, it’s the perfect time to check and refresh preparedness measures that keep us safe,” Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle said in a news release. “This seasonal shift allows us a moment to make sure we are ready for the unexpected, ...

AAA: Risks rise with Halloween being on a Friday night

While Halloween is traditionally one of the most dangerous nights of the year for both pedestrians and drivers, the risks could be even higher this year, AAA warns. The holiday falling on a Friday will create a hazardous mix: increased foot traffic from trick-or-treaters, more weekend parties and a greater likelihood of driving impaired. In 2023, half of all crash fatalities on Halloween night were alcohol related, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. AAA’s Crashes Hit Different campaign reminds drivers that impaired driving is among the four leading ...

Keeping animals healthy and safe this Halloween

Getting ready to celebrate Halloween? Make sure it doesn't turn out to be a frightful night for pets, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development advises. "Considering the needs of our animals is important when making plans for Halloween to ensure they won’t have any unpleasant scares or additional stress,” State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland said in a news release. “From keeping them away from the candy bowl to ensuring they have up-to-date identification, there are many precautions owners can take to keep their animals safe this Halloween.” MDARD offers ...