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SAFETY


Alarming test results: The backseat of most mid-size SUVs may not be as safe as you think

There is a 46 percent greater chance of someone in the backseat being fatally injured in a crash.

National security at center of bill that would allow ban on TikTok

TikTok is under fire as the Biden Administration pushes to ban the app nationwide. The app’s parent company Bytedance is Chinese-owned, and lawmakers fear the company could turn over users' data to the Chinese government.

This safety device reduces infant head injuries during a car crash

Car seats have changed over the years, and Consumer Reports says today’s seats are no doubt safer.

Annual warning: Leave celebratory gunfire out of your New Year festivities

Fireworks will ring in the start of the New Year, but firing guns in the air should not. Celebratory gunfire in Florida is illegal and police advise leaving firearms out of New Year’s festivities.

Officials urge people not to drink and drive ahead of New Year’s festivities

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said from Christmas to New Year's Day there were 209 drunk driving related deaths nationwide in 2020.

Plan ahead: 55% of serious, deadly crashes involve drugs or alcohol, study finds

A recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows more than half of people involved in serious or deadly crashes had drugs or alcohol in their system.

When toys go wrong: Hidden hazards to watch out for

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, emergency rooms treated over 224,000 toy-related injuries last year.

Here are some tips to make sure thieves don’t take advantage of you during the holidays

It’s the holiday season, and we want to ensure that the gifts you buy get to the people who deserve them.

Nobel Peace Prize: Russian laureate 'told to turn down award'

Yan Rachinsky, from rights group Memorial, tells the BBC he ignored the order from the Kremlin.

bbc.co.uk

Most likely time for house fires: December nights

House fires are most likely to happen in December -- between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Staying safe while decorating this holiday season

Electrical injuries have been reported as well, which is why homeowners need to be careful with wiring.

Internet no-gos: How to keep children safe online

While posting pictures of little ones can be a convenient way to share milestones with friends and family, there are some dangers parents should be aware of.

Keep these recalled toys off your holiday wish lists

Unless you keep track of every recall ever issued, there's a chance a recalled toy could end up in your house.

Frying a turkey? 5 safety reminders before you cook your bird

No one ever thinks it will happen to them, but Jacksonville Fire and Rescue said it receives calls on Thanksgiving day all the time about fires or burns from a turkey frying accident.

The dangers of lead in toys: What you can do to keep your children safe

News4JAX breaks down the dangers of lead in toys and what you can do to keep your children safe.

Person staying at Manston migrant centre dies - Home Office

The person was taken to hospital on Saturday after becoming unwell, says the Home Office.

bbc.co.uk

Crash Responder Safety Week recognizes Road Rangers while bringing awareness to safety risks

From EMTs to Road Rangers, first responders help keep traffic moving and try their best to keep people out of harm’s way, sometimes getting hurt themselves.

RECALL ALERT: Frame cracks in strollers causing injuries

More than 130 reports of broken strollers that led to eight children being injured have led to a recall of 149,000 units.

Migrant girl begs for help in message in a bottle

The child likens an overcrowded facility in Kent to a prison, in a letter thrown over its fence.

bbc.co.uk

Itaewon crush: S Korea police admit response was inadequate

It is the first acknowledgement of fault from officials after the incident that killed 155 people.

bbc.co.uk

Talking to your children about safety

It’s a good idea for parents to have conversations with their little ones about safety.

Delta hemp products spark concerns over accidental poisonings in children

Both the CDC and FDA say Delta products are potentially dangerous drugs that have resulted in thousands of accidental poisonings.

Safety Warning: Halloween face paint can be toxic

Around Halloween, many parents worry about trick-or-treating safety, sugar crashes and ruined bedtimes. But there’s something you might not be thinking about but should be: toxic ingredients in your kids’ face paints and powders

Florida Attorney General warns families about Halloween candy tainted with fentanyl

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody said this could be the scariest Halloween of her lifetime -- that is why she’s warning families to watch out for candy tainted with the deadly drug fentanyl.

Avoiding potential hazards on Halloween

Have your little ghoul or goblin change into their costumes after they get to the party.

Keeping your home safe from lead poisoning: What you need to know

Doctors with Cleveland Clinic Children’s are doing their part to raise awareness in an effort to help prevent childhood exposure to lead.

Don’t get hurt while you’re haunting this Halloween

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is reminding people to be careful when getting ready for Halloween.

Space Heater safety: Looking at the best and safest options for your family

Temperatures are dipping into the 40′s for the first time this season.

Duval School Board votes in favor of plan for emergency family reunification

The Duval County School Board on Monday night voted in favor of a critical new plan designed to help students and parents in case of a mass casualty event on a school’s campus.

This sheriff aims to prevent bullying early on in schools: ‘It’s a start’

The local sheriff is speaking straight to the smallest of students -- elementary schoolers.

Could this ‘attack-resistant’ glass stop the next school shooter?

Armoured One builds special glass to slow down an attacker and provide more time for students and teachers to get to safety.

Checking on local school security changes as students head back to class in Uvalde

In Duval County, students have been in school for nearly a month -- and the district is making progress with its own security projects.

Labor Day weekend holiday travel: Staying safe on the road

Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end to summer with millions planning on one final road trip. According to AAA, Thursday and Friday afternoons are expected to be the worst times to hit the road.

Eight new firefighters join Camden County Fire Rescue

Eight members of Recruit Class 2022-11 are now members of Camden County Fire Rescue.

Sainsbury's to stop sale of disposable barbecues

The supermarket is joining other chains in removing barbecues from its shelves for safety reasons.

bbc.co.uk

AAA shares school zone safety tips to keep drivers, pedestrians, bicyclist safe ahead of school year

With children heading back to school, the highways and byways will become more crowded with buses, bicyclists and pedestrians filling the roads during the morning and afternoon hours.

WATCH: ‘Solutionaries: Safer Streets’

There were more than 41,000 traffic deaths in 2021 alone, but experts are creating solutions. Don’t miss the innovations keeping drivers and pedestrians safe.

Free vessel safety checks this Friday, Saturday along Intracoastal Waterway

Auxiliary members of the U.S Coast Guard will be offering free vessel safety checks for boaters along the Intracoastal Waterway at boat ramps in Palm Coast and St. Augustine on Friday and Saturday as part of "Operation Shrimp and Grits."

Advocate warns about using proper safety equipment after teen dies in fall from electric skateboard

After a teenager died Saturday night following a fall from an electric skateboard in Clay County, a child safety advocate offered a warning for parents.

Duval school police, staff train for reuniting parents, students in active shooter situation

Dozens of Duval County school teachers and staff were trained Wednesday on how to help families get back together in the event of a mass shooting or other evacuation emergency.

Families need to be aware of these hidden drowning dangers for kids

More children drown between the months of May and August than any other time of the year. While no parent or relative ever thinks it could happen to their family, Florida has more young children who die from drowning than any other state in the country.

Shake Look Touch books recalled due to choking hazard

Parents with young children should check their child's playroom to see if they have a book that was recalled due to a choking hazard.

Expert tips to keep your pets calm during July 4th fireworks

How many of you at home dread fireworks or thunderstorms because of what it does to your pets?

One year later: Surfside collapse spurs law change but safety experts remain concerned

Regardless of the cause, many have said that one of the deadliest collapses in U.S. history could have been prevented. The tragedy sparked some changes to Florida law.

20 seconds, less than 2 inches of water: How to protect your kids from drowning

A child can drown in just 20 seconds in less than two inches of water.

National Safe Boating Week: What you need to know to stay safe on the water

Boating and Florida go hand in hand. With National Safe Boating Week in effect, North Florida Marine Association making sure boaters have what they need before heading out to sea.

Safe Boating Week good reminder to go slow for manatees below

Save the Manatee Club is a proud partner of National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 21-27, 2022 and promotes recreational boating safety.

Coast Guard offers vessel checks ahead of National Safe Boating Week

The U.S. Coast Guard is making sure vessel operators stay safe on the water with vessel checks.

Flagler County Fire Rescue hosts FREE water safety event Saturday

Want to learn about water safety in a fun, safe environment for your whole family? Flagler County Fire Rescue is hosting a free event Saturday in Palm Coast that is right up your alley.

Free smoke alarms now available for residents in 35 counties

The American Red Cross is offering free smoke alarms to residents in 35 counties, including all of Northeast Florida, to help prevent fire deaths.

One hurt in Glasgow city centre bus fire

A man has been taken to hospital following the blaze on a double decker bus in Glasgow.

bbc.co.uk

‘You could hear a man screaming for help’: Witness recounts weekend shooting on I-295

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is still investigating a shooting that happened in the early morning hours of March 9 on I-295.

State inspectors, Clay County Fair operators ensure safety of rides before opening day

With the gates of the Clay County fair scheduled to open Thursday afternoon -- one week after a teenager fell to his death from an Orlando thrill ride -- ride safety is on the minds of many.

Expert on thrill rides explains inspections, training and requirements at Clay County Fair

Parents in Clay County told News4JAX they’re worried about ride safety.

Clay County Fair officials discuss ride safety in wake of Orlando tragedy

Guests should be aware of their surroundings and if they see something, they should say something.

Louis Tomlinson, Nick Cave and Franz Ferdinand pull Russian tour dates

The One Direction star is among those to postpone Moscow shows due to the conflict in Ukraine.

bbc.co.uk

Storm Eunice: O2 Arena to re-open after Storm damage

A hole in the venue's fabric will still be visible for some time, bosses say.

bbc.co.uk

Proviso classes shift to remote learning as teachers strike looms, students stage walkouts and protests

With a teachers strike looming at Proviso High School District 209, student walk-outs, protests and fires ignited in school bathrooms this week have prompted officials to shutter the district’s three high schools Thursday and abruptly shift to remote learning.

chicagotribune.com

‘Bus tour for mental health’ hitting Jacksonville streets to educate, spread awareness

Commissioners will host Community Bus Tours in various neighborhoods.

‘No one knows what to expect’; Kenosha wary as Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial looms

Some in Kenosha are concerned about possible threats from self-styled militias. Others say law enforcement will be prepared to tamp down violence.

chicagotribune.com

Colin Pitchfork: Double child murderer released from prison

Colin Pitchfork was jailed in 1988 for raping and murdering two 15-year-old girls in Leicestershire.

bbc.co.uk

Notting Hill Carnival: Fiesta off the streets for second year

The risk of cancellation amid the extended Covid restrictions is too great, organisers decided.

bbc.co.uk

21 Runners Dead After China Ultramarathon, Extreme Weather

Search teams confirmed the safety of 151 out of 172 participants, with eight reportedly hospitalized.

newsy.com

St. Vincent 'Daddy's Home' review: Harmless '70s revivalism

The inventive singer-songwriter-guitarist’s tribute to the past rarely rises above loving pastiche.

washingtonpost.com

Safety in metals?

Safety in metals? Escalating violence in Iraq and a rise in inflation is causing gold prices to surge. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explores whether the up trend will continue.

cbsnews.com
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