28 Things to do to Prepare for EL Nino

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Thrifty Security: Burglar-Proof Your Home for the Holidays

Dec 4 2015 It's not unusual, when you set out on that holiday trip, to look back at the house a little nervously. Sure, you remembered to lock the doors, but just how secure are things? What might happen while you're away?One... more ›

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Keep Your Important Documents Safe from a Disaster

Nov 24 2015 Keep Your Important Documents Safe from a Disaster Release date: November 18, 2015 Release Number: 036 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Fumbling through files for important papers can be frustrating. But when an emergency... more ›

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Homeowners Encouraged To Apply For Funds To Brace And Bolt Their Homes

Nov 18 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 18, 2015 MEDIA CONTACTS: Department of Insurance: 916-492-3566 : 818-37-4246 Earthquake race + Bolt Program: 916-769-5766 10) NEWS RELEASE Homeowners encouraged to apply for funds to... more ›

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Safe, Secure Shopping: Tips for Black Friday

Nov 16 2015 It's become almost as much a part of Thanksgiving as turkey and football: Black Friday, the morning-after (or in some cases evening-after) shopping spree. It's the biggest shopping day of the year, an event in its... more ›

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4 Ways to Help All Children Have a Great School Year

Sep 4 2015 It's back-to-school time, and, if you have school-age children, your household is likely bustling with activity and filling up with books and backpacks. There are other households and school districts in your... more ›

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Tips for a Safe Fourth of July — From Food to Fireworks

Jul 8 2015 Memorial Day might be the unofficial start of summer, but Independence Day is when the season truly kicks into high gear. July 4 is a holiday that has something for everyone, whether you like to host (or attend)... more ›

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Commuting by Bike: How to Get to the Office on Two Wheels

Jun 5 2015 There are plenty of great reasons to bike to work: Commuters who ride save money on gas and car insurance, stay fit and help the environment (they don’t get stuck in traffic, either). And they even have fun — as... more ›

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Getting Your Boat Out of Storage and Into the Water

May 18 2015 Spring is here, and you’re ready to get out on the water. But is your boat ready? Even if you’ve kept it properly stored for the winter and protected from the elements, there are still a number of things you... more ›

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How to Create Your First Garden This Spring

Mar 6 2015 From genetically modified crops to the environmental and health effects of pesticides, more and more California residents are questioning whether they should grow what they eat. Wherever you stand on the issues... more ›

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