Bissell Steam Cleaners Recalled Due to Risk of Burns
Bissell Inc. has issued a recall for more than three million Steam Shot handheld steam cleaners after it was found that they had a defect that could cause potential burns. More than 150 people have [...]
Seven Risk Factors Associated With Small Plane Accidents
Every year, there are hundreds of plane crashes around the country, the vast majority of which involve small, privately owned planes. What makes these accidents particularly tragic is that they often could be avoided, if [...]
Why Are Fatal Motorcycle Accidents on the Rise?
Fatalities from motorcycle accidents have increased by about 36% compared to the same time a decade ago, with nearly 15% of all traffic fatalities involving a motorcyclist. This is despite the fact that motorcycles only [...]
MGA Recalls 21 Million “Make it Mini” Kits Due to Acrylates
MGA Entertainment has issued a recall for 21 million units of its “Make it Mini” Mini Sets with Liquid Resins due to them containing potentially dangerous levels of acrylates. These substances can pose a harm [...]
Keeping Yourself Safe From Drunk Drivers
Many people love to celebrate the summer months by going out drinking with friends and loved ones. Unfortunately, some of these people make the choice to get behind a wheel while under the influence of [...]
Southwest Flight Receives Low Altitude Warning
On June 19, a Southwest Airlines flight got dangerously low to the ground about nine miles outside of Oklahoma City, prompting a warning from the air control tower. While no one was injured, both the [...]
Kawasaki Recalls Lawn and Garden Engines
Kawasaki, the international vehicle manufacturing company, has issued a recall for more than 68,000 engines used in a variety of lawn and garden vehicles. A defect was found that could cause the engines to overheat [...]
NTSB Report on Bonanza Crash Confirms Mid-Flight Breakup
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued its preliminary report on the cause of a plane crash that occurred on May 15 in Williamson County, just outside of Franklin, TN. According to the initial [...]
Medline Recalls 1.5 Million Bed Rails Due to Entrapment Hazard
Medline Industries, one of the largest manufacturers of medical equipment in the United States, has issued a recall for 1.5 million bed rails after it was found they could accidentally entrap or suffocate people who [...]
Seven Dangers Commonly Associated With Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are among the most deadly forms of motor vehicle accidents, with a higher incidence of serious injuries and deaths compared to other types of auto accidents. However, there are certain risk factors that [...]