Torch Talk

10/20/2026

CULTURE OF FITNESS

10/16/2026

SATURDAY IS NATIONAL MOVE OVER DAY

Saturday is National Move Over Day. 🚓🚒🛻

First responders, tow operators and highway workers put their lives on the line every day to protect ours. Give them the space they need to go home safe.

When you see flashing lights on the side of the road, remember: Slow Down, Move Over

10/14/2026

VEHICLE EMERGENCY KIT REFRESH

It's time to refresh your emergency car kit! ⚠️🚗

Swap out your layers, replenish your first aid kit and stock up on fresh batteries and water.

Pro-Tip: Don’t leave plastic water bottles in a scorching trunk for months — swap them out regularly for fresh ones, or grab a few shelf-stable water pouches instead. ⬇️

10/13/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐏𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒
With fall bringing shorter days and less daylight, evening commutes require extra caution as pedestrian fatalities tend to spike this time of year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Recent NHTSA historical data shows that September through November see the most pedestrian fatalities, with October being the deadliest month. With National Pedestrian Safety Month in full swing, please take the following precautions:
 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬: Slow down, especially at crosswalks and in hard-to-see conditions.
 𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬: Follow the rules of the road and use crosswalks when available.

10/09/2026

HURRICANE ISAIAS BRINGS TORNADO RISK

Here are our Key Messages for Friday (10/9) and Saturday (10/10).

10/09/2026

HURRICANE PREP

Know what to do during a storm. Whether you are evacuating or are sheltering in place, know what to expect from the hazards you may face. Remain vigilant, stay up-to-date with the latest forecasts and alerts, and continue to listen to local officials. hurricane.gov

10/09/2026

HURRICANE ISAIAS UPDATE

10/09/2026

UP IN SMOKE

10/09/2026

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐒𝐌𝐎𝐊𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐒
Home fires claim seven lives every day, but having working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death by half. That’s why the American Red Cross is rallying volunteers to install free smoke alarms nationwide, as part of its “𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘮” events.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬
• 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬: Volunteers can test existing smoke alarms and install up to three free smoke alarms per household if needed.
• 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: Volunteers help create a home fire escape plan and share fire safety information.
• 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: The service is typically for people who cannot afford to buy smoke alarms or are physically unable to install them.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐦
• 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: You can submit a request form on the American Red Cross Sound the Alarm page (https://www.redcross.org/sound-the-alarm.html) or check your local regional Red Cross website.
• 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞: You can contact your local chapter or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to see if local volunteers or partner fire departments are active in your area.

10/07/2026

HAVE A PLAN

Flames can spread quickly; your family needs to know how to escape them swiftly.

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