April 7, 2022 Spring cleaning of garage calls for extra precautions WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH -- This time of year, many people like to reorganize and clear out unwanted items around their homes. If one of those areas around the house is the garage, keep these tips in mind when organizing and cleaning it.Ensure there are clear walking surfaces when
April 1, 2022 Spring cleaning of garage calls for extra precautions WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH -- This time of year, many people like to reorganize and clear out unwanted items around their homes. If one of those areas around the house is the garage, keep these tips in mind when organizing and cleaning it.Ensure there are clear walking surfaces when
Oct. 1, 2021 Top 10 rules of hunting-firearm safety WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - This fall, many of us will take to the field in pursuit of various game species in and beyond the local area.Regardless of location, it is critical that the utmost caution is exercised at all times when handling a firearm. Hunting injuries and wounds are often
Aug. 20, 2021 Equipment, techniques make safe bike ride WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Traffic safety is of critical importance throughout the year as it represents a tremendous risk to Air Force personnel. It’s essential for bicycle riders and those they share the road with to exercise patience and apply heightened situational awareness at all
Aug. 13, 2021 In-flight emergency turns into safe, routine mission WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Although prepared through rigorous training for the worst, the last call an air traffic controller wants to get is an aircraft in distress.On July 17, a C-5 Galaxy aircrew en route to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base declared an in-flight emergency due to the
July 16, 2021 Aggressive driving: How to prevent, respond to it We have all dealt with aggressive drivers from time to time, and sometimes, we’re the guilty party.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends the following:To avoid engaging in aggressive driving behavior, plan ahead and allow yourself extra time. Also:• Concentrate. Don’t allow