Foul Weather Driving Checklist
Posted: December 21, 2015
Bad weather affects all roads. Adjust your driving habits to stay safe. Sleet, snow, and ice are a part of winter driving in the Midwest. Knowing the road conditions and adjusting your driving habits are essential to safe winter weather driving. Remember, staying safe requires more than good driving skills. Preparation is needed. Make sure your work site vehicles contain an emergency kit and a...
Three Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipes in your Home this Winter
Posted: December 18, 2015
Snow and sub-freezing temperatures will be returning to the Midwest. A deep freeze could lead to frozen pipes and water damage in your home. Pardridge Insurance along with Grinnell Mutual recommends taking steps to prevent water damage from frozen pipes. 1. Know how to shut off your water. “If you’re going to be gone for an extended period of time in the winter, it’s good to...
Fight the Urge to Swerve When You See Deer!
Posted: December 10, 2015
“When you see a deer, your first and best response should be to slow down,” said Kevin Dowling, assistant vice president of Direct Claims at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. Swerving makes a bad situation worse Fight the urge to swerve when you spot a deer on the road. Swerving to avoid a deer may make a bad situation worse, leading to a more serious accident...
If You Get a Scald...what to do!
Posted: December 9, 2015
You can help prevent scalds at home and in the kitchen. If you get a scald, follow these tips. 1. Cool the scald. Treat a scald right away by putting it in cool water. Cool the scald for three to five minutes. 2. Uncover the scald. Remove all clothing, diapers, jewelry and metal from the scalded area. These can hide underlying scalds and retain heat, which...
Three Ways to Spot Deer on Rural Roads
Posted: December 4, 2015
When drivers and deer see each other on the road, it can be a challenge for each of them to overcome their instincts. The deer caught in the headlights may freeze, while drivers may swerve to avoid the deer. “When you see a deer, slowing down should be your first reaction,” said Kevin Dowling, Assistant Vice President of direct claims at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company....