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                                    • Protect Yourself and Others by Preparing for Winter Weather

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: December 10, 2024
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                                      Protect Yourself and Others by Preparing for Winter Weather

                                      Protect Yourself and Others by Preparing for Winter Weather

                                      As the season turns festive and the weather cold and harsh, it's an important time to prepare for potenti ...

                                      As the season turns festive and the weather cold and harsh, it's an important time to prepare for potential winter weather. Valley's Office of Emergency Preparedness shares some tips and resources for ...

                                      December 10, 2024
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                                    • Chill Out: Your Guide to Summer Heat Safety

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                                      |Date: May 15, 2024
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                                      Chill Out: Your Guide to Summer Heat Safety

                                      Chill Out: Your Guide to Summer Heat Safety

                                      With the beginning of summer comes sunshine, increased temperatures, and heat stress. Heat stress inciden ...

                                      With the beginning of summer comes sunshine, increased temperatures, and heat stress. Heat stress incidents tend to occur in May through September and are caused by environmental conditions that incre ...

                                      May 15, 2024
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                                    • Be Car Seat Savvy

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                                      |Date: February 14, 2024
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                                      Be Car Seat Savvy

                                      Be Car Seat Savvy

                                      Crib, onesies, diapers—the list of supplies needed before your new baby comes home is long. One essential ...

                                      Crib, onesies, diapers—the list of supplies needed before your new baby comes home is long. One essential item to buy is a car seat. And car seats aren’t limited to newborns; a properly fitting car se ...

                                      February 14, 2024
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                                    • 6 Autumn/Early Winter Home Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

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                                      |Date: November 16, 2023
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                                      6 Autumn/Early Winter Home Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

                                      6 Autumn/Early Winter Home Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

                                      Leaves and lights, trees and turkeys--it's a festive time of year! Valley's Safety team offers these tips ...

                                      Leaves and lights, trees and turkeys--it's a festive time of year! Valley's Safety team offers these tips for staying safe during some common autumn/early winter activities. Cleaning your gutters or d ...

                                      November 16, 2023
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                                    • BE SAFE: Yardwork Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

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                                      |Date: August 16, 2023
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                                      BE SAFE: Yardwork Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

                                      BE SAFE: Yardwork Safety Tips from Valley’s Safety Team

                                      Summer is a great time to work in your yard or garden. Being aware of potential hazards and taking safety ...

                                      Summer is a great time to work in your yard or garden. Being aware of potential hazards and taking safety measures are essential for an enjoyable and accident-free yardwork experience. According to Co ...

                                      August 16, 2023
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                                    • Safety Scoop: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: June 28, 2023
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                                      Safety Scoop: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips

                                      Safety Scoop: 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips

                                      Happy Independence Day from all of us at Valley - please celebrate safely! To help, our Safety team put t ...

                                      Happy Independence Day from all of us at Valley - please celebrate safely! To help, our Safety team put together some July 4th safety tips to keep you and your loved ones from harm: Ditch faulty firew ...

                                      June 28, 2023
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                                    • Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

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                                      |Date: June 15, 2023
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                                      Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

                                      Cool Tips for Hot Temps – Advice from Valley Providers & Staff for Staying Safe and Comfortable in the Summer Heat

                                      Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the ...

                                      Summer in Washington state is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. But while the warmth is a nice break from the chilly, rainy months, it is important to be mindful of keeping ...

                                      June 15, 2023
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