The arrival of warmer weather comes with more sunshine and rainy days nationwide. As the weather gets pleasantly warm, you should prepare for summer rain to begin. Spring and Summer are known for afternoon thunderstorms that don’t linger for longer than needed.
One thing that makes emergencies a challenge to deal with is that they’re unexpected and unpredictable. As a result, you may not know how to react to manage the situation. Read on to find out what you should never do in an emergency to ensure you remain practical and achieve the best outcome.
Not many people are aware that there’s been an increase in stone-throwing on South African roads. This trend has become a danger to drivers across the country. It’s a method used by frustrated protestors or criminals to ensure cars don’t get past a specific part of the road. Stones and other large objects are placed […]
You are on your way home after a long day at work. You stop at a traffic light, and suddenly, you have a gun pointed at you, and you’re being asked to hand over your car and valuables. This is the reality of South African drivers, and it can also happen to you. Shockingly, there’s […]
Children are the most vulnerable people in times of a fire emergency. As a parent or guardian, you must be concerned about your child’s safety. Fire is one of the risky but valuable things you use to survive. Your children’s safety is always a concern. Teaching your children about fire safety is crucial. Read on […]
With the looming winter season, the threat of house fires increases in South Africa. People from poorer communities are the main victims of fire risks. Many factors contribute to the dangers of fires for these people. For instance, the materials used to build shacks enable open fires to jump from one shack to another. The […]
Did you know that in 2018, 80% of male youth deaths were alcohol-related? Moreover, drug use was twice the expected global youth norm. The leading choice of substance use among South Africans is alcohol and cannabis. iER notes that according to research, alcohol and drug use is most common in males over 20. Additionally, there’s […]
A range of behaviours results in either physical or psychological harm towards yourself or others. Aggressive behaviour is one of these behaviours that is fuelled by the intention to harm yourself or others. Aggression and violence may seem the same, but experts argue they’re not. The thing is, aggression doesn’t always involve violence. However, violence […]
Home invasion statistics in SA are rising. Your home should be a safe space where you feel the most comfortable and secure. Unfortunately, the harsh reality is that there are criminals who are scheming and planning on breaking into the homes of hardworking citizens. These criminals have ill intentions of robbing, pillaging, and, unfortunately, sometimes […]
Did you know that South Africa is facing a suicide crisis? According to the South African Society of Psychiatrists, South African suicide rates rank at ten worldwide. Furthermore, men are the leading victims of suicide. Essentially, men are five times more likely to die from suicide than women. Experts highlight that the main factors that […]
