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Reid and Boulden in the mix at Turnberry

Amy Boulden during the third round. Britons Melissa Reid and Amy Boulden gave the home galleries reason to cheer with rounds of 69 and 68 respectively on day three of the Ricoh Women’s British Open at Turnberry. The pair are now within striking distance of the third round co-leaders, Jin Young Ko from South Korea and Teresa Lu of Chinese Taipei, who sit at eight under par. Overnight leader Suzann…

Warmer weather means more time spent outside. With summer barbecues, outdoor play time and plenty of hours spent around water, it's important to always keep electrical safety in mind. Keep you and your family safe with these helpful outdoor safety tips.

Keep trees pruned and away from power lines overhead as well as where the power lines approach the house.

Do not fly kites, model aircraft or balloons near power lines.

When using a ladder, carefully inspect the surrounding area to be sure it is free from power lines.

Do not swim or play in water during an electrical storm, even if it is not raining.

Always assume that contact with a power line can be deadly.

Do not approach a downed power line to see if it is live - it may give no signs that can be easily observed, but it is just as deadly. Contact the authorities immediately about downed line

Before you do any deep digging or drilling, be sure there are no underground utilities where you plan to work. 811 before doing any digging.

STAY AWAY FROM DOWNED WIRES. Assume all downed wires are "live" and keep away from puddles and fences that are near the wires. Warn others away from downed wires. Have someone call 911 and the electric utility.

Use only extension cords and other electrical equipment designed for outdoor use and always keep the cords away from the cutting blades of saws and lawn tools.

Install outdoor outlets with ground fault interrupters (GFI).

Electric power tools should not be used in the rain, on wet surfaces, near a sprinkler or pool.

Before you install a rooftop antenna, be sure it is away from power lines. Locate antennas where they won't touch or fall on electrical lines. Make sure roof antennas are grounded.

Whenever possible, use a wooden or fiberglass ladder for outdoor work. Aluminum ladders could be dangerous around electrical lines. Stay away from the lines feeding power to your house.

If a power line falls on the car you're in, stay put until rescue or utility workers arrive. (It's safe to use a cell phone to call for help.)

If someone is shocked, do not touch them! First unplug the appliance or turn off power at the control panel. If you can't turn off the power, use a dry plastic or wooden broom handle to separate the victim from the power source. Call 911 for medical assistance.

Never build a swimming pool or other structure under a power line, including the one leading to your house.

                            Water sources inside of homes are potentially dangerous, especially because few people think of the risk.

More than half of all childrens' accidents occur indoors and drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for kids. The most usual source is often the bathtub where a child is left unattended. In addition, children can also drown in open containers filled with water which may be around the home, like mop buckets, filled sinks, ice chests, aquariums and even toilet bowls (sounds crazy, but it's true). You should ensure that no pools or collections of water are left anywhere around the house.

See that the bathroom doors are closed at all times or have child-safety door locks. Children must not be able to get in unsupervised-never leave your child in a bathtub alone, including baby baths. It is not a difficult task for babies to topple over the bathtub, especially if you use a baby bath. Remember, drowning is a silent killer, rarely giving off any warning sounds.

Carefully go through your home for any source of water, which may not normally be considered dangerous. Take safety precautions with things like open fish tanks and even water-based plants. They should be out of reach of children. Bear in mind that drowning can occur in any place where there is any amount of water-Toddlers can drown in just an inch of water. 

Always make sure that either you or an adult is providing careful supervision to your child while they are around any source of water. Make sure that your kids attend swimming and water-safety courses at early ages to best prepare them for safe and healthy lives. Be aware of where your child is at all times and keep your caregivers well informed of potential hazards in your home so that you can all provide optimal protection and surveillance. 

May is National Electrical Safety Month. To keep you and your loved ones safe around electricity, here are a few must-know tips!

Appliances that generate heat, such as clocks, televisions and computer monitors, should be given several inches of clearance all around for good air circulation and cooling. Do not drape clothes, toys or other items over warm appliances.

Keep clothes, curtains, toys and other potentially combustible materials at away from radiators, space heaters, heating vents and other heat sources.

Always follow appliance instructions carefully, and do not attempt amateur repairs or upgrades.

Do not staple or nail cords in position at any time; if the cord does not remain where desired, use tape or twist ties to secure it.

Use the proper weight and length of extension cord for the appropriate task, and be sure the cord is rated for indoor or outdoor use, whichever is required.

Keep all outlets properly covered with secure plates that cover all wiring.

Use bulbs that have the correct wattage requirements for each fixture. Using a higher wattage bulb can cause the fixture to overheat.

Be sure to unplug or turn off a fixture completely before changing light bulbs.