Eid al-Adha, (Arabic: “Festival of Sacrifice”) also spelled ʿĪd al-Aḍḥā, the second of two great Muslim festivals, the other being Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Adha marks the culmination of the Hajj (pilgrimage) rites at Minā, Saudi Arabia, near Mecca, but is celebrated by Muslims throughout the world. During the festival, families that can afford to sacrifice a ritually acceptable animal (sheep, goat, camel, ... (Full Story & Photos)

According to the National Weather Service, “It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away a small car, while 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles.” With late spring into summer being the prime time for flash flooding in the United States, this article will take a look at some expert tips to help you stay safe during one of Mother Nature’s most dangerous situations.

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WHAT TO DO BEFORE A THUNDERSTORM

Basic Preparedness
Prepare yourself and your family by creating an Emergency Supply Kit and a Family Disaster Plan. See NJOEM's Basic Preparedness page for more details.
Your Kit includes items that will help you stay self-sufficient for up to three days, if needed.
Your Plan includes evacuation plans, a place to reunite with loved ones, and an out-of-state contact ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) tracks fireworks injuries and reports that there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related, emergency department-treated injuries in 2019, with 73 percent occurring during the month surrounding the Fourth of July (June 21-July 21).

During that period, sparklers were the number one cause of injuries, accounting for an estimated 900 injuries; 66 percent ... (Full Story & Photos)

Every year, about 13,000 people are treated for injuries in hospital emergency departments due to the mishandling of live, misfired and waste consumer fireworks (CPSC Fireworks Information Center). In addition, fires resulting from fireworks cause over $20 million in direct property damage (NFPA).

THE BEST WAY TO STAY SAFE FROM FIREWORKS IS NOT TO USE THEM.

Hand-held sparklers burn at 1,200 F. ... (Full Story & Photos)

High temperatures kill hundreds of people every year. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States.

Take measures to stay cool, remain hydrated, and keep informed. Getting too hot can make you sick. You can become ill from the heat if your body can’t compensate for it and properly cool you off. The main things affecting ... (Full Story & Photos)

Happy Father's Day to all the Father's out there. May this special day bring fond memories, joy and fun your way, along with a celebration that will last all day. Enjoyyyy!!... (Full Story & Photos)

Become a volunteer firefighter with the Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Company.
Visit our Recruitment Page to apply.
https://www.iselinfire.org/content/recruit/

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