Warmer weather means enjoying a backyard swimming pool or New Jersey’s beaches, lakes, and rivers. Commit to being ‘water smart’ by having swimming skills and knowing how to help others.
It only takes a moment. A child or weak swimmer can drown in the time it takes to reply to a text, check a fishing line or apply sunscreen. Death and injury from drownings happen every day in home pools and hot tubs, at the beach or in oceans, lakes, rivers, and streams.
Learn how to have fun and stay safe as you enjoy the great outdoors with more Summer Safety Tips.
Extreme heat is a leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Many people, including those most at risk, are unaware of the danger as these events happen more often, last longer and become more intense, especially in places that don’t usually have them.
The American Red Cross wants you to take action. Protect yourself, your loved ones and your neighbors by staying connected with your community. It could save a life.
Learn more about protecting yourself and your loved ones at redcross.org/HeatCheck.
Spring has sprung! Before you head out to enjoy New Jersey’s parks or hiking trails, take these simple steps to help you stay safe on your adventure:
Going on a road trip? Carry an emergency supply kit in your trunk, ensure someone knows your destination, route, and estimated arrival time, pay attention to the weather forecast for your destination, and don’t let your gas tank get too low. Learn more steps you can take to stay safe on the highway.
Springtime in New Jersey can bring a variety of weather events. Prepare in advance of potential severe weather to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your home.
Tornadoes are violent and can occur quickly with little or no warning, and New Jersey has had several tornadoes these past few years. It is crucial to pay attention to any tornado WATCH or WARNING when issued and act accordingly.
Before the Storm:
Flooding is a temporary overflow of water onto land that is normally dry. Floods can result from rain, snow, coastal storms, storm surges, overflows of rivers, and dam failure. Floods can be dangerous. People die by drowning when they don’t evacuate before floodwaters come or when they enter floodwaters. Floods can damage buildings and roads, cause power outages, and create landslides.
Understand Your Flood Risk
Make Plans to Stay Safe
Help keep your family safe by testing your smoke alarms and practicing your fire escape drill.
Home Fire Escape Plans
Use these guides to help begin your fire escape plan:
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