#safety

#safety

"Started gnawing on my ankle" said resident Tom Herzog, describing how a raccoon attacked him as he tried to connect a hose. The raccoon latched onto him and bit his ankle before running away.

Excessive heat in the garage can pose health risks such as heat stroke and dehydration, especially for individuals using the space for activities like exercising or working.

"Even if he was standing there holding the chain in his hands, the strongest weightlifter would not be able to prevent this kind of an accident from happening," said Kanal, director of Magnetic Resonance Service at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

"For applications like glazed walls, roofs and windows or doors then a safety glass is a necessity," says Edward Stobart, technical sales manager at IDSystems. "Toughened safety glass is treated in the manufacturing process to be significantly stronger than ordinary glass and if broken breaks into blunt pieces. Alternatively laminated glass is two panes of glass with a polymer interlayer - much like a car windscreen - which, even if broken, the pane shatters but holds together providing an extra level of security and safety."

Two Bay Area platforms, gaming platform Roblox and chat platform Discord, are being sued following an attempted assault on a teenage girl. The 14-year-old plaintiff says that a sexual predator targeted her on Roblox and communicated with her on Discord, sending sexually explicit messages, before convincing her to meet him near her home in Alabama.

Few observers have recognized that our instinct to be tribal is rooted to our instinct for self-preservation. Tribes give us more power than we have as individuals.

Almost 300 current and former US Nasa employees have issued a dissent opposing the Trump administration's cuts, stating they threaten safety, innovation, and national security.

A 59-year-old man died after falling 50 metres from the Wagendrischelhorn mountain while climbing with his partner. The accident occurred at an altitude of about 2,100 metres.

"ChatGPT requests permission before taking actions of consequence, meaning that for any actually important task, you can't just walk away after setting things into motion."

Surfers in downtown Munich rejoiced as the Eisbach standing wave reopened after a tragic incident in April, which temporarily shut down the popular surfing spot.

"There's definitely a black cloud hanging over the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and our county family... Tragically, there were three sworn members who were fatally killed."

City officials declared the 66-unit Riverview building unsafe, resulting in its demolition order due to significant structural deficiencies discovered in 2023.

The iStore 5,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Power Bank is recalled due to overheating lithium-ion batteries leading to fire and burn risks, with reports of explosions and property damage.

This one-hour class introduces IMPACT Bay Area's empowerment self-defense style, focusing on intuition, situational awareness, and skills to deter assault and harassment.

Starting Thursday, members of the public are no longer permitted to carry weapons on public transport in Berlin, including all S-Bahn and U-Bahn trains, buses and trams.

MBTA general manager Phil Eng issued an apology to riders about the incident, speaking to reporters at an event on Wednesday. "We apologize to our riders, these are not the things that they expect, and we don't expect that is the level of service we want to provide."

Caroline Hammond witnessed a massive tree branch fall at Upminster Park, raising concerns about safety in parks after tragic incidents involving falling trees.

Every Monday from Noon to 1:00 PM, kids ages 2-6 enjoy exclusive access to House of Air trampoline park without older kids present, ensuring a safe environment.

"I almost got hit trying to get out of my car," said Catalina Barrios, 58, who lives in an apartment on the boulevard in Santa Clara. "That street is dangerous."

Robert Powell described the situation, stating, "You've got two octogenarians here who are in danger of being killed. The entire pavement has been blocked by bikes."

Musk's xAI startup has introduced Grok's new persona, Ani, a goth anime waifu, alongside a cartoonish fox companion named Bad Rudy.

"Of course we support lowering the speed limit for e-vehicles to 15 miles an hour, but make no mistake, this will do nothing to solve the problems that we face with the chaos and danger caused by bike riders breaking existing laws," said Ron Wisniski, of the EVSA, at the virtual Department of Transportation hearing.

Families can enjoy a day filled with bicycle-themed activities, including a bicycle rodeo traffic safety course for kids, games, and obstacle courses.

The Koko Crater trail reopened after an 8-year-old fell 20 feet down a shaft, illustrating ongoing safety concerns at Oahu's popular tourist sites.

"Always ensure that you swim between our flags, our red and yellow flags. That's our patrol zone, and that's where we'll be able to keep an eye on you."

The Safety Leadership Course is an advanced educational course for all levels of leadership and can be delivered online or from a thumb drive.

"At this time of year, that means being out before the sun comes up, and being hypervigilant. And that was the first time I can remember that anyone tried to put me at ease."

Flames broke out on the second floor at 499 Hegman Ave, prompting a response from the FDNY. No injuries have been reported.

Drone footage shows how serious the risk is and how close the cliff is to the road. When a bus passes over the cliff, you can feel the vibrations.

Koko Crater Stairs, a popular hiking trail, remains closed after an 8-year-old boy fell nearly 20 feet and was critically injured. Despite signs, hundreds continue to hike.

Taxing something beneficial to health is morally questionable, as it can hinder access to essential services that contribute positively to well-being.

Waymo's teen accounts will be similar to those offered by Uber, allowing teenagers aged 14 to 17 to order rides and share trip status with parents.

The Polish Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale presents Lares and Penates: On Building a Sense of Security in Architecture, an exhibition that explores how architecture continues to function as a form of protection in an age marked by uncertainty.

Evacuation orders were issued in Laguna Beach after a brush fire ignited in a hilly area of the city Monday afternoon, authorities said. The fire, dubbed the Rancho fire, started around 2:30 p.m. near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive, according to the Laguna Beach Fire Department.

Ofsted has suspended the registration of Pitta Patta Nursery for six weeks due to concerns that continued childcare provision may expose children to risk of harm.