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4th OF JULY SAFETY TIPS

By Dr. Paula McDonald

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Beam & Branch Realty TREC #547752

July 03, 2012 09:43 AM

4th OF JULY SAFETY TIPS

Tomorrow as we all gear up for the many activities of the 4th of July, it is always prudent to remember to be safe! With the 4th of July comes some dangers as well. Take heed and enjoy your Independence Day safely!

If fireworks are banned in your area, please do not use them. We have seen too many devastating fires wiping out entire communities.

Use plenty of sunscreen when in the sun for extended periods.

Drink plenty of water and watch the alcohol intake. The heat can dehydrate you quickly and alcohol consumption can exacerbate this.

When cooking out, use safety precautions using grills, lighter fluids, etc.

WATCH those children in and around the water.

If boating, do not drink and drive!

If driving, do not drink and drive!

Picnics can become breeding grounds for bacteria if food is not kept chilled. Pay attention to the dressings, condiments, and meat.
Keep a first aid kit with you in case someone needs it.
Have a plan should the weather turn bad. There are still plenty of fun things to do inside.

Be safe everyone and have a very HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

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Frank Laisch

Orlando, FL

"The Insurance Guy"

Good Safety Tips Paula, it gets a little crazy on the 4th and on the 5th I always get a call about something.....

Have a great & Safe 4th of July!

Jul 03, 2012 09:47 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good evening Paula and thanks for your wishes and for your safety tips. Both are appreciated and helpful. Enjoy your day.

Jul 03, 2012 10:02 AM

John Wingate

EXIT Shore Realty - Salisbury, MD

Salisbury MD Real Estate, 302.339.5185, Salisbury, MD Homes

This is one holiday we all need to celebrate for the great country we live in!

Have a fun and happy holiday!

Jul 03, 2012 10:45 AM

Erv Fleishman

Realty Associates - Boca Raton, FL

Luxury Prop Specialist Realty Associates

there are more fires on the Fourth of July then any other day of the year.

Leave the fireworks to the professiionals so that the eyes and fingers remain functional.

Jul 03, 2012 10:53 AM

Patricia Kennedy

RLAH@properties - Washington, DC

Home in the Capital

Paula, great advice! I may read this out the window to the kid next door who is setting off firecrackers at this moment.

Jul 03, 2012 10:57 AM

John Pusa

Glendale, CA

Paula - Excellent safety tips. Thank you for sharing detailed quality information on 4th of July safety tips.

Jul 03, 2012 11:07 AM

Joni Bailey

101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX

Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

Good evening, Paula! I hope you had a wonderful Independence Day!

Jul 04, 2012 01:26 PM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Great idea to include 4th of July safety tips in your blog! Love this idea--and great list too! Hope you had a wonderful Independence Day.

Jul 04, 2012 02:28 PM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good afternoon Paula -

Excellent tips my friend. Hope you and yours enjoyed a great Independence Day and are having a great Thursday.

Jul 05, 2012 06:09 AM

Dr. Paula McDonald

Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX

Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

Hope everyone had a very safe and happy 4th. It was strange having a day off in the middle of the week. I have been out of sorts all day. Oh well, always nice to have a holiday! Can't believe that it is already the middle of the summer.

Jul 05, 2012 01:00 PM

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