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Communications Director, Mississippi Insurance Department

Never use space heaters while you sleep or in areas where children may be without adult supervision. Do not leave space heaters on when you are away from home. Always unplug space heaters when they are not in use. The heater should also be equipped with a tip-over shut-off switch.

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Think safety when heating up for cold weather
By Beth Reiss
Mon,10/17/22-2:54PM , 1,609 Reads
JACKSON – There have been nine heating-related fire deaths so far in 2022, out of 52 fire deaths statewide. There were 84 fire deaths statewide in 2021. Fifteen of those were heating-related. As cooler temperatures return, you should check the safety of your heating equipment.
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Use caution when celebrating with fireworks this Independence Day holiday.

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Make fireworks safety a priority this holiday
By Beth Reiss
Thu,06/30/22-2:55PM , 3,038 Reads 34,225 Statewide
JACKSON – The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) encourages fireworks safety this Independence Day whether at home or at a fireworks show.
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Learning sounds of fire safety could save your life
By Beth Reiss
Tue,10/05/21-9:29AM , 869 Reads
JACKSON – The National Fire Prevention Association recognizes Fire Prevention Week 2021 from Oct. 3-9.
This year, the theme is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” and focuses on educating children and adults about smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms and the life-saving sounds they make.
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Does your college student need additional insurance?
By Beth Reiss
Fri,08/06/21-6:00AM , 798 Reads
JACKSON – With students heading back to college campuses, now is the time to consider their insurance needs. For example, students living off-campus should consider renters insurance. Individuals with one or more unrelated roommates should know that each leaseholder needs their own individual renter’s policy.
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Current Temp

59°F

Mostly Cloudy

Chance of Rain: 20%
Max Temp: 62°F
Min Temp: 48°F
Feels Like: 55°F
Dew Point: 44°F
Humidity: 80%
Sunrise: 6:38 AM
Sunset: 5:49 PM

Wind Speed: 5 to 10 mph
Wind Direction: N
Wind Gust: 20 mph
Sky Cover: 55%
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 44°F
Moon Rise: 8:45 AM
Moon Set: 10:34 PM

A slight chance of rain showers between 4pm and 5pm. Partly sunny. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 54 in the afternoon. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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