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Good afternoon:
In reviewing past newsletters, we
noticed that August seems to have disaster or vacation themes. Either we're
providing you with information on preventing or protecting yourself in the case
of an earthquake or wildfire or we're giving suggestions about vacations during
the dog days of summer.
Californians are well-versed in
emergency preparedness; every time there is a catastrophe, the local news
teams, when out of relevant details, fill in every vacant minute with
repetitive directions on where to go, what to do, what not to do - if you
haven't memorized the FEMA hotline number, know the names of the entire CalTech
earthquake crew or know the kind of equipment used (including plane models) in
fighting wildfires, well, you must be on vacation.
Seriously, it is wildfire season
in Southern California, so if you decide to stay close to home this August
instead of spending your precious vacation days at large, let's review a few
important details (for more information, please view our September 2009
ClientCall, posted at www.robbinsinsurance.net in our
newsletter archives: http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs023/1101965111101/archive/1102689189912.html
We found this synopsis in a USAToday.com
article. It's concise and helpful - just the right size to print and stick on
the refrigerator - at home or in the break room.
Before:
* Evacuate anyone with medical and physical limitations, children, and
the elderly.
* Wear protective clothing.
* Remove any combustible or flammable items outside your home.
* Close and protect openings to your home (such as pet doors). Remove as
many flammable objects as possible.
During:
* If you're outside in a wildfire, try to seek shelter in a sparse fuel
area. On a mountainside, the back side is safer. Stay down until the fire
passes.
* If you're completely trapped, it's safer to stay in a car than run
from the fire. Running is dangerous and should be done only in an emergency.
Roll up windows, drive slowly with headlights on and do not drive through heavy
smoke.
* If you must stop, park away from heavy brush and leave headlights on.
Get on the floor and cover up with a blanket/coat. Stay inside until the fire
passes.
After:
* Put out any roof fires and check the attic for hidden burning sparks.
* The water you put into your pool or tubs will come in handy; connect a
house to the outlet on your water heater if the power is out.
* Maintain a "fire watch" after the fire. Keep an eye out for
any smoke or sparks in your home.
We hope that all of our clients
stay safe, at home or on the road.
Moving on, our Entrepreneur.com
feature for August focuses on social networking. Most of us are familiar with
Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and other networking sites - places where we share
intimate details of our lives and photos with total strangers after "friending" them. Social
media outlets aren't just for teenagers or the socially-challenged: Facebook has
over a half-billion members and many businesses take advantage of
marketing opportunities through these outlets. Entrepreneur.com offers insight
into using social networking in a strategic and productive manner. Check out
our InternetIntel for links to
popular social networks and network management applications.
Are you tired of hearing about
health care reform yet? You may have your employee benefits in order (if not,
call Ken or Julie!), but what about those four-legged family members at home?
Yes, pet health care reform is on the docket in California... check the BulletinBoard for more
information.
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