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  • 307th Bomb Wing Thanksgiving Safety Tips 2024

    Another holiday is approaching, and it’s better to stay safe than sorry this Thanksgiving by making good choices.Thanksgiving is a great time to fellowship with distant family and friends over football, drinks, and a hot meal. It can lead to some great, long-lasting memories but also some terrible,

  • Tinker Fire demonstrates dangers of deep-frying turkey

    Tis the season for delicious feasts! Throughout the years, deep-fried turkey has become a popular choice for its crispy skin and juicy meat. While the cooking method can bring delicious results, it can also lead to disaster. Attempting to deep-fry a frozen or partially frozen turkey can lead to

  • Tips for Safe Travels for Thanksgiving

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas — As millions of Americans prepare for Thanksgiving, the Air Force Safety Center is sharing essential tips to ensure a safe and stress-free holiday, whether traveling or staying home.Driving Safety TipsFor those traveling by car, the Air Force Safety Center

  • Don’t let holiday meals go up in smoke

    Cooking is the main cause of home fires any time of year, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, but they are especially common on Thanksgiving, often more than double the number for all other days of the year.

  • ‘Missiles’ taking out highway commuters

    Air Education and Training Command recently lost a family member when a loose tow hitch detached from a vehicle and became a deadly projectile. The object broke through the windshield of the trailing vehicle, instantly killing the young passenger.

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