With snow on the way, many will be busting out the sleds and snowboards. With warmer temperatures than our last winter storm, Lima Parks and Recreation is encouraging everyone to come to enjoy Sled Hill at Faurot Park. They are reminding everyone to check their sleds and make sure they aren't cracked or broken to avoid injuries. Safety precautions are in place should a sledder hit any trees or poles on their way down.
Fischer says that in the last week the state saw more than 1,000 influenza hospitalizations. That is a number normally seen in February at the height of flu season. He just urges people to take precautions while visiting family and friends to limit the spread of any type of illness.
Outside of Black Friday, Cyber Monday is the most popular day for people to make a dent in their holiday wish lists. According to the National Retail Federation, nearly 64 million people are expected to log on Monday to shop online. But retail websites are not the only ones looking to lure shoppers to their site, cyber criminals will be busy trying to be the grinch to ruin everybody's Christmas.
With the 4th of July coming up, it's a good time to remember that the holidays are meant to be spent with family and not in the emergency room.
Lima Utilities Director Mike Caprella explains,” If you’ve had issues in the past, I mean it’s the first time it’s been this cold for a while, especially like it’s cold now. Let your water run a little bit. It doesn’t have to run a lot. No more than the size if a lead in a pencil and that will help keep your water from freezing. So, just take that precaution.”
At no point in time was there a danger to the public. That coming from Lima Utilities Director, Mike Caprella this morning at a press conference.