Hurricane season is right around the corner and although we may not get the same destructive winds and damage to property seen at the coast, the Piedmont area has experienced its share of high winds and flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms. Creating a plan and knowing what resources are available are your best bet for staying safe. Fortunately, we have the information you need to get ready.
Continue ReadingWhen Mother Nature or other emergency strikes, Mecklenburg County is ready. We’re standing by to deploy an army of leaders, staff and volunteers to keep you safe.
That readiness applies to more than bad weather. We’re prepared for any event or crisis that threatens our community. That could range from snow, hurricane or tornado, a train or airline crash, a chemical spill or nuclear hazard, and yes, a pandemic.
Continue ReadingSummer is here and you know what that means – outdoor cooking! Ain’t nothing like the smell of grilled chicken, smoked brisket and pulled pork! Disagree? You’re weird. That’s right. I said it. I’m a southern boy and the only thing better than good barbecue is good barbecue served with a cold glass of sweet tea. Whether you like barbecue or not, we can all agree that the only thing worse than burnt meat is a burnt chef (or the chef’s house).
Grilling is fun, but it can also be very dangerous if you’re not safe. According to the National Fire Protection Association, July is the peak month for grill fires. So before you grab your apron, spatula, tongs, charcoal, wood and propane tanks, check out these safety tips.
It’s that time of the year again… Independence Day, July 4th… and who doesn’t love a good fireworks show?
But if you can’t make it to one of the many professional shows in the area or don’t feel safe in crowds just yet, there are still some options.
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