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the song says, "it's the most wonderful time of the year", but it can also be the most dangerous. The period between Thanksgiving and New Year's is fraught with danger due to car accidents to house fires for holiday-related injuries. To help ensure revelers have a safe holiday season, Erie Insurance shares some of the most dangerous holidays of risks and how to avoid them.
"Be aware of the most significant risks for you and the safety of your family during the holidays can help prevent accidents," said Rick Burt, Executive Vice President of Products at Erie Insurance. "Each Holiday danger, we have identified is preventable. "
some of the most common holiday dangers and how to avoid them.
| the danger | The numbers | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Bonfires and homes | National Fire protection Association reports 692,000 outside and other fires took place in 2012. | • place pits of fire at least 10 feet from your home or other structures. • Keep home away from trees, brush and other flammable materials. |
| cooking holiday meal | Three times more home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year according to the National Fire protection Association.NFPA reported there were 1,370 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving in 2010, an increase of 219 percent compared to the daily average. | • fryers can be dangerous, so always complete turkey fryers with the right amount of oil. • Never drop a frozen turkey in hot oil because it may cause breakouts. • Put turkey fryers on a flat surface. • Never leave the fryer unattended. |
| heart attacks | According to a national study published in the journal circulation, the number of cardiac deaths is higher on December 25 than any other day of the year. The study reported on December 26 is the second highest and third highest is January 1. | • Avoid exposure to very cold temperatures and dress warmly. • Avoid excess salt and alcohol, which can cause an abnormal heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke, heart attack and heart failure. • Reduce cardiac stress factors such as overwork and emotional stress. • Do not let fear of disrupting holiday drive you to ignore chest pain -seek immediate medical attention. |
| holiday decorations | The Commission US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC), the number of related injuries holiday decoration- rose 1000 each year from 12,000 in 09 to 13,000 in 2010 to 14,000 in 2011.CSPC also says Christmas tree fires caused $ 19 million in property losses between 08 and 2010 during the same period, fires related candles resulted in reports of 74 deaths and $ 347 million in property loss. | • Inspect lights each year for frayed son, excessive kinking or cracked sockets. • Make sure ladders are on a secured terrain and level. • Make sure all decorations are flame resistant or flame retardant • Keep decorations, including Christmas trees live, away from heat vents • Never leave a burning candle unattended. better yet, consider using battery operated flameless candles. |
| Car accidents | Thanksgiving is one of the deadliest times to be on the road, according to MADD.In 2010, 174 people were killed in accidents of impaired driving during the weekend, which represents 40 percent of road deaths. | • stay sober or designate a driver. • Always wear your safety belt and place children in car seats properly installed. • Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel to keep distractions to a minimum. • Properly maintain your car for winter. |
| sledding accidents | According to a study published in Pediatrics, more than 20,000 children are injured each year in sledding accidents. | • Choose snowy hills rather than ice. • Avoid hills that end up in the streets or parking lots or near ponds, fences or other obstacles. • Wear a helmet. |
| slips and falls | falls are a leading cause of unintentional injury in the United States, representing approximately 8.9 million visits to the emergency department, according to the National security Council. | • Wear shoes with low heels and rubber soles for traction • Avoid rushing. walk slowly and deliberately. • Keep your hands free and pockets. • Avoid icy surfaces. |
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