Safety
Pedestrian crashes rise during commute after daylight saving time
November 2, 2026, 5:57 am EST
After daylight saving time ends, sunset falls between about 4:30 and 6 p.m., and AAA Northeast data shows pedestrian crashes rose in Connecticut and New York. Connecticut's 5 p.m. hour jumped 147% from October to November and New York's rose 98%, while nearly 80% of pedestrian deaths with known lighting happen after dark. Get safety tips for walkers and drivers as the evening commute gets darker.
Earlier sunsets hit the evening commute as pedestrian crashes rise
October 31, 2026, 7:12 am EDT
Clocks fall back Sunday, putting sunset between about 4:30 and 6 p.m. Here's what that means for the walk home.
Winter storm prep checklist: what to do 72, 48 and 24 hours out
October 19, 2026, 7:11 am EDT
When a winter storm is three days out, the order you prepare in matters, and emergency experts say most people forget a few key steps along the way. Get our 72, 48 and 24-hour checklists — and find out what your bathtub has to do with it.
Warm rain on snowpack can trigger wet slab avalanches this winter
October 17, 2026, 7:49 am EDT
Warm rain falling on an existing snowpack can trigger dangerous wet slab avalanches in the mountain West, even when no fresh snow has fallen. Meteorologists explain how meltwater weakens the bond between snow layers, why wet slabs can break wide with little warning, and what the rain-snow line means for skiers, hikers and mountain-pass drivers.
Leaf piles are a fall favorite, but ticks love them too
October 6, 2026, 5:35 pm EDT
That inviting pile of fall leaves in your yard holds a hidden danger. Blacklegged ticks that carry Lyme disease, love the shade and moisture the piles provide. So, how can you protect your family, your pets and your yard this fall? Watch for the best tips to tick off the ticks.
Why that leaf pile in your yard could be crawling with ticks
October 6, 2026, 5:25 am EDT
Before you jump into that big pile of leaves this fall, here’s what you need to know.
Navigating the do’s and don’ts of driving in dense fog
October 5, 2026, 5:48 am EDT
Dense fog can slash visibility to near zero in seconds, and one wrong move with your headlights can make it even worse. This guide gives you the do’s and don’ts for navigating dense fog.
Cleaning your gutters is one of the most dangerous things you can do this fall
September 29, 2026, 11:50 am EDT
Here's what to know about ladder safety, protective gear and gutter guards before you climb up this season.
Gutter cleaning safety: how to avoid a dangerous fall
September 29, 2026, 6:08 am EDT
Cleaning your gutters might seem like a routine fall task, but climbing a ladder to clear out leaves and debris can be more dangerous than you think. From practicing ladder safety to wearing the right gear, these tips can help you avoid a dangerous fall this season.
Which US regions have the least dangerous weather?
September 21, 2026, 5:14 pm EDT
Is there a place in the U.S. where you can completely escape dangerous weather? Some parts of the country face fewer major hazards than others. Here’s a simple look at what knocks each region out, and what’s left when the biggest weather risks are removed.