How to Avoid Overpaying for a Home in Austin’s MarketIn a competitive market, it’s easy to feel pressure to move quickly when you find a home you like. However, making emotional
SUMMER SAFETY
Dated: June 26 2019
Views: 101
Summertime revolves around things like grilling, fireworks, camping, and lazy afternoons in the hot sun. Also, it can mean burns from grills and fireworks, plus bug bites!
Let's focus on barbecuing... There is nothing better than burgers and hotdogs right off the grill right? Well, grills are more dangerous than you might think. According to Consumer Reports, over 5,000 people went to the emergency room in 2018 due to grill related injuries.
Here are a few tips that could help keep YOU out of the Emergency Room:
- Never grill in an enclosed area. Keep your grill in an open area.
- If cooking with charcoal, never spray the grill with lighter fluid after the fire is lit. Flames can follow the fluid back to the container in your hand.
- Keep the grease pan empty. Grease catches on fire and can cause flare-ups.
Since summer is here, mosquitoes, ticks, horseflies, bees, and wasps are out in full force... AND don't underestimate the little bugs; according to MSNBC, over 500,000 people end up in emergency rooms each year with potentially fatal allergic reactions.
How can you have fun outside without getting eaten alive?
- Think bug spray. If you're uncomfortable with the chemicals used in traditional bug spray, there are several organic brands with natural ingredients.
- MSNBC suggests spreading a 3 foot layer of wood chips between your yard and the woods. Ticks normally won't cross the chips and will stay out of your yard.
- Be sure there is no standing water in your yard (including gutters). Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
And finally, fireworks! Who doesn't love fireworks? They may be fun but they are dangerous.
According to the Center of Disease Control, 2018 saw over 12,900 people in the emergency room over firework related injuries. There were 8 deaths.
Fireworks are a great addition to any celebration, but it's vital that you use them safely.
Here are a few tips you can use:
- The CDC Reports that more injuries occur with sparklers than rockets. Surprised? I sure was. Watch children carefully when they are using sparklers and never light or combine more than one at a time.
- Never try to re-light a firework that doesn't go off. It is recommended that you wait 20 minutes, then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Always have a fire extinguisher or bucket of water close by in case of emergency.
With all the exciting things that we can do during the summer months, it's no surprise that accidents increase, but all it takes is a little prevention to dramatically lower our risk.
BLOG SUBMITTED BY CYNDI COBB REALTOR
SITED:
| 10:37 AM (1 hour ago) |  https://www.gstatic.com/images/icons/material/system/1x/reply_black_20dp.png') center center / 20px no-repeat; height: 20px; margin: 0px; vertical-align: middle; width: 20px; opacity: 0.7; display: inline-block; padding: 0px; transition: opacity 0.15s cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1) 0s;" />https://www.gstatic.com/images/icons/material/system/1x/more_vert_black_20dp.png') center center / 20px no-repeat; height: 20px; width: 20px; margin: 0px; vertical-align: middle; opacity: 0.7; display: inline-block; padding: 0px; transition: opacity 0.15s cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1) 0s;" /> | ||
Cyndi Cobb
I am a family oriented person who loves to assist people in their Real Estate needs. I have worked in Real Estate nearly my whole life, When I was growing up I worked with my parents in their Constru....
Latest Blog Posts
The True Cost of Waiting Too Long to Buy or Sell in AustinMany people delay buying or selling a home because they’re waiting for the “right” time. They hope interest rates will
How to Find Off-Market Homes in AustinIf you’ve been searching for a home in Austin, you’ve probably noticed that the best homes often seem to sell before they even hit the public.
The Best Neighborhoods in Austin for Families in 2026For families considering a move to Austin, choosing the right neighborhood is just as important as finding the right home. Different areas offer
© 2026 North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor All City Real Estate Austin shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The database information herein is provided from and copyrighted by the North Texas
The information being provided by Houston Association of REALTORS, Inc. is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Any information relating to real estate for sale referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the Houston Association of REALTORS, Inc. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other
Austin Board of REALTORS® Copyright ©2026 All rights reserved.
Odessa Board of Realtors® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested
Central Texas MLS | Four Rivers Association of REALTORS® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties
Highland Lakes Association of Realtors® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may
Permian Basin Board of REALTORS® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested
