Taking a few extra steps before winter sets in will help keep you safer and less at risk of incurring damage to your property and vehicle, said Ohio’s Lieutenant Governor and Insurance Director Mary Taylor. Ohio’s Winter Safety Awareness Week is Nov. 16-22 and the Ohio Department of Insurance and other partners in the Ohio […]
Propane Users Advised to Arrange for Winter Supplies Early
October 8, 2014 by
Harsh weather caused propane supply issues throughout Ohio last winter. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) joins the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) in encouraging Ohio consumers to consider the following steps to proactively prepare for the coming winter heating season. Check your current propane supply. Make sure that you are aware of […]
Highland Student Honored for Safety Poster
August 6, 2014 by
Alice Yoshida, a sixth grader in Warren County during the 2013-2014 school year, was recognized Saturday at the Ohio State Fair as the overall state winner in a statewide poster contest. Alice’s poster (pictured at left) on lightning safety artistically illustrates a lion roaring. The heading appropriately states: When Thunder Roars Go Indoors. The Ohio […]
Tips Offered for being Prepared for Electric Outages
June 30, 2014 by
With summer approaching, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is reminding consumers of important outage preparation information. While the electric distribution system in Ohio is typically safe and reliable, service interruptions can result from weather conditions such as thunderstorms, high winds or snow storms. The PUCO offers these tips for being prepared in the […]
Officials Urge Thunderstorm and Flood Safety This Week
June 26, 2014 by
This week is National Lightning Safety Awareness Week. Not only are citizens encouraged to know what to do before, during and after severe thunder and lightning storms, but they should prepare for all summer weather hazards, including tornadoes and floods. Residents in Brunswick, Medina County continue cleanup efforts after this week’s tornado and severe storms. […]
Ohioans Warned Against Storm-Chasing Contractors Following Severe Weather
June 25, 2014 by
Following the storms that affected parts of the state, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is reminding consumers to research any contractors who offer to repair their homes. “The summer months are a peak time for home improvement, and it’s important to be especially cautious after a storm,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Following severe weather, fly-by-night […]
Tips Offered During Lightning Safety Awareness Week
June 23, 2014 by
In an annual coordinated effort with the National Weather Service, the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness promotes June 22-28, 2014 as Lightning Safety Awareness Week and encourages all Ohioans to know what to do before, during and after thunderstorms, and to practice severe weather safety and preparedness throughout the summer. According to the National […]
2014 Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest Seeks Entries
March 31, 2014 by
The Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness is looking for students in first through sixth grades, including specialized instruction classes, to participate in its annual poster contest. The purpose of the severe weather awareness poster contest is to have Ohio’s youth demonstrate through illustrations of actions they can take before, during and after severe weather […]
Ohioans Reminded that Flood Insurance is not Included in Standard Coverage
March 17, 2014 by
National Flood Safety Awareness Week is March 16-22, 2014 and Ohio Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is reminding Ohioans that financial protection against flood damage is not included in a standard homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy. Flood coverage has to be purchased separately and there is a 30-day waiting period before […]
Ohioans Encouraged to Prepare for Volatile Spring Weather
March 3, 2014 by
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor is asking Ohioans to take steps during 2014 Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week March 2-8 to ensure they are adequately protected during this volatile weather season, capable of producing flooding, thunderstorms, damaging winds and tornadoes. “Spring in Ohio can bring dangerous and damaging weather which is […]
