Posted on: 11:55 am, January 14, 2014, by KFOR-TV and A. Edwards, updated on: 03:15pm, January 14, 2014

OKLAHOMA CITY The Oklahoma City Fire Department is arming residents with the tools and information needed to help protect their homes when the state is under high fire danger.

Fire crews said there are a few steps you can take to help prevent losing your home in wildfires.

1. Prepare home and keep it in good condition - Keep the exterior of your home in good condition. Make sure all wood surfaces are painted or treated. - Enclose all porch, floor, roof or attic openings to keep embers and sparks from getting in. - Keep roofs and guttering free from leaves and other debris. - Give added protection with fuel breaks like driveways and gravel walkways. - Store all flammable materials and liquids in metal containers at least 30 feet from structures and wooden fences. - Ensure emergency vehicles have easy access to your home with cleared and properly constructed driveways.

2. Prepare landscaping - Clear all brush away from your home and, if possible, use fire-resistant landscaping. - Remove cedars, sage, evergreens growing within 20 feet of your home. - Mow the lawn regularly and dispose of clippings. - Keep firewood at least 30 feet from all structures. - If possible, mowing or disking a 15-foot path around the perimeter of your property can help prevent fire from spreading onto your land.

3. In case of a grass fire - Have tools and water accessible. (Shovel, rake, long water hose). - Dress to protect yourself in cotton/woolen clothing, long pants, long-sleeved shirt, gloves and handkerchief to protect your face. - Wet down roof with hose or sprinkler - Turn off natural gas or propane at tank or meter. - Put all vehicles in garages and close garage door. - Have emergency kit ready.

4. If you have to evacuate - Take your family and pets to a safe location. - Stay informed on the developing conditions with KFOR.com, the KFOR-TV free mobile appsand our radio broadcasts and on-air broadcasts. - Obey all orders from law enforcement and fire officers. - Never drive to the scene of a grass fire.

Basic wildfire safety rules:

- Never throw cigarettes or smoking materials from your car. - Obey all burn bans. When you are allowed to burn, pay close attention to wind and weather conditions. If your fire gets out of control, you are legally responsible for all damaged caused. - Immediately report illegal and unsafe burning. - Store matches and lighters in a safe place away from children.

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In June 2013, Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated (LCCI) became the newest member of the Easi-Set Buildings producer network. LCCI produces the buildings in their Leesburg, Florida NPCA certified plant.

By Sept. 14th, 2013 they had built and installed two buildings and won their first award at the Annual Easi-Set Building Producers Seminar for the precast concrete restroom building pictured above. The Sierra Dry, an ADA compliant, vault restroom building was delivered fully-assembled to 4 park locations in Lake County, Florida by year end 2013. To date Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated has won contracts for 19 buildings.

Easi-Set Buildings

Fabricated as separate wall, roof and floor panels, Easi-Set Buildings, Easi-Span ultra-large buildings and Easi-Set restrooms, feature a patented post-tensioning system in the roof and floor, a turn-down roof that caps the walls, and a step-down floor panel to eliminate the possibility of water migration into the building along the bottom of the wall panels. Easi-Set Buildings are virtually maintenance free, are available in a variety of sizes and finishes, and are fully customizable. They are typically assembled at the plant, delivered to the customer's site and installed on a gravel pad or concrete slab in a matter of hours.

Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated

Family owned and operated since 1983, Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated a leading manufacturer of precast concrete ADA compliant modular precast concrete wheelchair ramps, steps, decks, walkways, and landings. Their metal fabrication department produces steel stair stringers, metal treads, step rails and ramp rails, guard rails, and handrails. Within the last several years they began producing architectural precast cladding panels and precast concrete stairs. LCCI also offers a wide array of custom precast product options. "We take pride in exceeding our customer's expectations," stated Kirk Rouse, Vice President of LCCI. This American, family-owned company demonstrates a philosophy of quality and innovation.

Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated is focused on meeting the needs of commercial, public and government building construction projects. Their experienced staff provides turnkey service, and it only takes one call to find the solution to your building needs. For more information visit their website, http://www.leesburgconcrete.com, call (800) 882-4177, or e-mail KRouse@leesburgconcrete.com.

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Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) January 10, 2014

Fine Design Living (http://www.FineDesignLiving.com), one of the Greater Toronto Areas leading boutique design and build firms and specializing in high-quality exterior and interior custom renovations for residential and commercial clients, is announcing its top cost-effective way to prevent expensive patio, walkway, and driveway repairs as a result of seasonal buckling.

No matter what time of year it is, stone projects such as interlocking stone driveways and natural stone walkways and patios can shift and buckle due to changes in temperature. This is due to seasonal freeze and thaw cycles that occur every year. says Braden White, owner of Fine Design Living. Unfortunately, having to make repairs, sometimes annually, can be extremely expensive and time-consuming.

With the extreme seasonal temperatures experienced in the GTA, White explains, its imperative that property owners hire contractors that are familiar with and use the latest construction trends. When it comes to enhancing the appearance of a propertys landscape with interlocking or natural stone, using the proper base material is one of the most important steps. Using the most advanced base material increases the strength, durability, and longevity of a project; cutting corners by using improper, inadequate or outdated base material can result in costly repairs.

Over the years, there have been many different types of materials used for the base of interlocking and natural stone projects such as driveways, walkways, and patios, he adds. Only the most experienced and knowledgeable companies use the kind of products that ensure a projects longevity.

Fine Design Living uses Ultrabase, a roller-compacted concrete (RCC) that turns into a concrete base once compacted; this prevents the unwanted shifting of stone that can occur after just one season. Although there is a premium to use this kind of material, it typically pays for itself, as customers dont have to worry about the expense of unwanted repairs.

Hiring a contractor that uses an RCC base for stone projects helps reduce the worry of shifting or any deformation of a newly installed stone project. Unlike the base products used by less experienced contractors, using an RCC base can increase the sustainability of an outdoor project up to 10 or more years, White concludes. Those interested in a new backyard patio or other outdoor project should contact an experienced design and build firm like Fine Design Living to help them better understand the benefits of using an RCC base for their next stone project.

Fine Design Living is a boutique design and build firm, specializing in high-quality exterior and interior custom renovations for both residential and commercial clients. From unique landscape designs and landscape construction to custom interior renovations, Fine Design Living is committed to providing the highest-quality workmanship, backed by a personalized approach to service excellence. Based out of Markham, Fine Design Living serves customers in Toronto and the GTA, including Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Vaughan, Newmarket, Unionville, Aurora, and Stouffville. More information about Fine Design Living is available by visiting the firm's web site at http://www.FineDesignLiving.com or by calling 416-817-6128.

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In Autumn 2013, Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated (LCCI) produced an Architectural Precast concrete step system which was installed in front of the Starbucks in a premier Orlando Theme Park. The step system included blockouts for large cylindrical decorative columns, custom color and texture.

Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated also successfully built benches for the same customer earlier this year. Replacement benches included design improvements and required precise color and aggregate to match existing benches. LCCI continues to expand their custom precast concrete work portfolio.

Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated

Family owned and operated since 1983, Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated a leading manufacturer of precast concrete ADA compliant modular precast concrete wheelchair ramps, steps, decks, walkways, and landings. Their metal fabrication department produces steel stair stringers, metal treads, step rails and ramp rails, guard rails, and handrails. Within the last several years they began producing architectural precast cladding panels and precast concrete stairs. LCCI also offers a wide array of custom precast product options. "We take pride in exceeding our customers expectations," stated Kirk Rouse, Vice President of LCCI. This American, family-owned company demonstrates a philosophy of quality and innovation.

Leesburg Concrete Company, Incorporated is focused on meeting the needs of commercial and residential building construction projects. Their experienced staff provides turnkey service, and it only takes one call to find the solution to your building needs. For more information visit their website at http://www.leesburgconcrete.com, call (800) 882-4177 or e-mail Kirk at KRouse@leesburgconcrete.com

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A man uses the crosswalk at International Speedway Boulevard and Daytona Boulevard near the Speedway on Monday, Dec. 23, 2013. The Florida Department of Transportation is budgeting for improvements including two new walkways over the 8-lane boulevard.

A key Senate committee waved the green flag Wednesday for a bill that would provide $60 million in tax breaks in exchange for an ongoing overhaul of the iconic Daytona International Speedway.

The bill filed by Port Orange Republican state Sen. Dorothy Hukill would provide the Speedway with $2 million per year in sales tax rebates as the track undergoes the most extensive renovation in its 55-year history. A companion House bill co-introduced by Reps. David Santiago, R-Deltona, and Jason Brodeur, R-Sanford, is making its way through committee.

On Wednesday, the Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee passed Hukills bill on a unanimous vote.

This is a real economic driver not, only for the county that I represent but really for the entire state, Hukill said before the vote was taken. She pointed out that the Speedway and parent company, International Speedway Corp., inject about $1.6 billion into the state economy on an annual basis.

Hukill said after the meeting the bill will go before another committee soon.

Its got some steps to make, she said, adding shes very optimistic about its chances of becoming law by the end the 2014 legislative session, which begins in March. But were not going to take anything for granted.

Speedway president Joie Chitwood III, who attended the meeting, said he was pleased with the reception of the bill.

Its the start of a long process, he said. Im sure well be in Tallahassee over the next couple of months.

A similar bill failed to become law last year. It sought an additional, one-time $10 million rebate on construction materials.

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January 7, 2014 Mail carriers ask for assistance with snow

Anonymous Westside Flyer The Hendricks County Flyer Tue Jan 07, 2014, 02:50 AM EST

As the inches of snow increase by the hour throughout Indiana, the Postal Service is asking customers to help letter carriers deliver mail safely by clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.

The weather forecasters predict even more of the same next week, which means cold, icy conditions will remain and we can expect several more snowstorms before spring arrives.

One seasonal tool is expected to make its return at homes and businesses the shovel.

Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow, Indianapolis Postmaster Gary Soultz said. Maintaining a clear path to the mail box including steps, porches, walkways and street approach will help letter carriers maintain consistent delivery service and help them get those cards and packages delivered.

Customers receiving door delivery should make sure their sidewalks, steps and porches are clear. Customers receiving curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers.

Delivery service may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways present hazardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes. The Postal Service curtails delivery only after careful consideration, and only as a last resort, Soultz said. Any curtailed mail is attempted the next delivery day.

Blue collection boxes also need to be kept clear for customers to deposit their mail and for the Postal Service to collect the mail for delivery. Residents and businesses with collection boxes near their property are asked to keep them clear of snow and ice.

We want our letter carriers to be safe, Soultz added. We can only do this with the help of our customers.

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The town is warning residents to proceed with extreme caution due to the condition of Greenwichs roads on Monday night.

Using the towns reverse 911 system, Greenwich Police Department Capt. Mark Kordick warned residents that evening temperatures are predicted to drop well below freezing Monday night. Melting snow from Monday afternoons warm temperatures and rainfall have left many walkways and roadways wet and, because of that, dangerous driving conditions will be present when roadways freeze over and so-called black ice forms.

Capt. Kordick said that there is also significant potential for ice accumulations on walkways, sidewalks and outdoor steps and stairs. On Sunday, black ice was a severe problem throughout the county as Greenwich experienced similar conditions from a freezing rain event. Capt. Kordick said that, many motor vehicle collisions and slip and fall injuries some serious were reported.

Greenwichs temperatures are predicted to fall below 32 degrees a few hours after dark on Monday night and remain below freezing all day Tuesday. Because of that, the town is advising all residents to exercise extreme caution if moving about outdoors or driving especially after 7:00 p.m. Monday night.

Capt. Kordick said that frail and elderly, people who are unsteady on their feet or those who are mobility impaired will want to exercise special care in icy environments.

Beyond the potential for icing conditions, bitterly cold temperatures tonight and tomorrow will represent a danger to those outside without proper clothing, Capt. Kordick said. Rapid temperature drops can also negatively affect underground water mains, pipes in buildings and other infrastructure. Please be wary of these dangers.

Capt. Kordick said that all of the towns public safety agencies are fully staffed and prepared for what could be a significant freezing event during the overnight period. Public works crews were out Monday afternoon treating roadways Capt. Kordick they will remain on the job through the night.

Even so, drivers should make every effort to get off the roads by early evening and everyone should use extra care when moving about outdoors after temperatures drop below freezing, Capt. Kordick said.

Check Greenwich-post.com and Twitter.com/Greenwichpost for more information if it becomes available.

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January 4, 2014 Mail carriers ask for assistance with snow, ice

Anonymous Hendricks County Flyer The Hendricks County Flyer Sat Jan 04, 2014, 02:50 AM EST

As the inches of snow increase by the hour throughout Indiana, the Postal Service is asking customers to help letter carriers deliver mail safely by clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.

The weather forecasters predict even more of the same next week, which means cold, icy conditions will remain and we can expect several more snowstorms before spring arrives.

One seasonal tool is expected to make its return at homes and businesses the shovel.

Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow, Indianapolis Postmaster Gary Soultz said. Maintaining a clear path to the mail box including steps, porches, walkways and street approach will help letter carriers maintain consistent delivery service and help them get those cards and packages delivered.

Customers receiving door delivery should make sure their sidewalks, steps and porches are clear. Customers receiving curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers.

Delivery service may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways present hazardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes.

The Postal Service curtails delivery only after careful consideration, and only as a last resort, Soultz said. Any curtailed mail is attempted the next delivery day.

Blue collection boxes also need to be kept clear for customers to deposit their mail and for the Postal Service to collect the mail for delivery. Residents and businesses with collection boxes near their property are asked to keep them clear of snow and ice.

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According to Met Eireann, this alert means:

YELLOW level weather alerts are for weather conditions that do not pose an immediate threat to the general population, but only to those exposed to risk by nature of their location and/or activity.

Met Eireann is advising that south-west winds will range from 45 to 60 kilometers an hour, gusting up to 110 kilometres at times.

Winds will be at their strongest in southern, western and northern coastal areas with high tides in some parts.

It follows extensive flooding across the country overnight and this morning which forced road closures in many parts and led to houses being flooded.

Meanwhile in Galway, the city council is warning of further flooding at high tide this evening at 6.30pm.

Fr Griffin Road, Spanish Arch, Flood Street, Docks, and parts of the Promenade in Salthill have been worst affected.

ESB crews are working to restore supply to around 2,000 customers across the country.

Technicians are out repairing damage caused by the strong wind gusts and rain.

The worst hit areas are Connemara, Moycullen, Upper Salthill and Co Galway, Beaufort & Seam Co. Kerry, Bunclody Co. Wexford, Tullow Co. Carlow and Brinleck, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.

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With a major snowstorm blanketing the region, the U.S. Postal Service is asking customers to help letter carriers deliver your mail safely by clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.

Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow, Central Illinois District Manager Peter Allen said in a news release. Maintaining a clear path to the mailbox including steps, porches, walkways and street approach will help letter carriers maintain consistent delivery service and help them get those cards and packages delivered.

Customers receiving door delivery should make sure sidewalks, steps and porches are clear.

Customers receiving curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers.

Delivery service may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways present hazardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes, according to the news release.

Residents and businesses near a blue collection box also are asked to keep those clear.

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