State Fire Marshal Fire Prevention Chief Frank Conway announced Tuesday that 117 people lost their lives in fires this year, slightly up from 115 in 2014. Chief Conway also announced plans to continue the Safe & Sound public awareness campaign through the remaining winter months as a way to combat the growing number of fire […]
Ohioans urged to review insurance, prepare property and vehicles for winter
December 29, 2015 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor is urging Ohioans to conduct an insurance review with their agent before severe winter weather arrives. Taylor also advises that people prepare their properties and vehicles to reduce the risk of damage. Ohioans have recently endured rough winter weather in more ways than one. According to the Ohio Insurance Institute, […]
Patrol and ODOT partner to decrease traffic deaths, impaired driving this Holiday Season
December 23, 2015 by
As of Monday, 1,070 people have been killed on Ohio roadways this year. That’s a 9 percent increase over the same time last year. As Ohioans prepare for holiday festivities, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) want to urge safety while driving on the roadways – especially remembering to […]
Ohio bird exhibition ban lifted, officials urge caution to prevent bird flu outbreak
December 18, 2015 by
With no confirmed cases in Ohio and no immediate threat of a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (avian flu) outbreak, Ohio Agriculture Director David T. Daniels and State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Forshey have rescinded the order prohibiting bird shows in Ohio. Officials urge poultry and bird owners, however, to remain vigilant and cautious in order to […]
Parents reminded to keep their kids safe with these toy safety tips
December 8, 2015 by
The holidays are an exciting time of year for kids and parents and to help ensure that everyone has a safe and happy holiday season, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH), wants to remind parents to keep safety in mind when choosing toys for young children when out holiday shopping. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety […]
Boil Alert issued for Marion area following filter malfunction at water plant – UPDATED
November 30, 2015 by
UPDATE: The boil advisory has been lifted as of Monday evening. Click here for details. Aqua Ohio’s (Aqua) Marion division has issued a boil water advisory for Aqua customers served by the Marion water plant. This advisory affects customers in the City of Marion, the Village of Caledonia, the Village of Martel and the Village […]
Marion park officials urge safety around Tallgrass Trail during deer-gun season
November 27, 2015 by
Deer gun season in Ohio is November 30 to December 6, 2015 and December 28 and 29, 2015. Muzzleloader season is January 9 to 12, 2015. The Marion County Park District reminds users of the Tallgrass Trail to wear bright colors during this time. Hunting is not allowed on the 100 foot wide Tallgrass Trail […]
Ohio Attorney General offers holiday shopping tips
November 25, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has encouraged consumers to remember their rights and watch for potential scams while shopping this holiday season. “Understanding your rights as a consumer can help you avoid scams and make the most of holiday shopping,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We want to help consumers identify potential problems, and we encourage […]
Help keep your family safe this Thanksgiving with these safety tips
November 25, 2015 by
The holiday season is here, and State Fire Marshal Larry L. Flowers wants to remind Ohioans of some safety tips that can help during this time of the year. Many of us will be cooking for family and guests, and Thanksgiving Day can increase the likelihood of such a fire. “Cooking is the leading cause […]
Patrol reminds drivers to wear safety belts this Thanksgiving holiday
November 24, 2015 by
In anticipation of increased traffic during the 2015 Thanksgiving holiday, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers that properly wearing a safety belt is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash. Additionally, remember to follow all traffic laws and not drive impaired. Last year during the 2014 […]
