Consumer Reports Monthly Safety Alert - June 2013

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Safety Alert

June 2013 Share:

Bill aims to take danger out of car rental Rental-car companies should be barred from renting unfixed recalled vehicles, and a new Senate bills aims to do just that. Currently you could end up renting a car that, although subject to a safety recall, hasn't been fixed yet. Read more

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Childproof high-risk areas of your yard What dangers lurk in your backyard? Especially for young children, the risks range from the obvious (lawn mowers) to the unexpected (poisonous plants). We tell you about the major danger zones—and how to minimize your child's risk this summer. Read more.

Stay safe during 'extremely active' 2013 hurricane season The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting an active or extremely active hurricane season this year. We could see 13 to 20 named storms, including 3 to 6 major hurricanes with winds of 111 miles per hour or higher. Here are six ways to weather the season safely. Read more.

Don't be shy about reporting dangerous drivers We see it all the time. A car swerving on the road, cutting people off, the driver oblivious to the danger they're causing, or too distracted to notice. Is there something you can do? Yes, you should speak up to ensure not only your safety but that of other drivers on the road. Read more.

Risk of sudden death rises when infants sleep with parents Newborns that sleep in the same bed as their parents are five times more likely to die suddenly than those who sleep in a separate crib. Read more.

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