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September 14, 2020
Protect Your Family Before and After Hurricane Sally
Protect Your Family Before and After Hurricane Sally
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hurricane Sally is about to have a devastating impact on several Gulf Coast states. CPSC is warning consumers to be prepared for power outages and to take steps now to keep their families safe.
September 10, 2020
“Even When You’re Watching” Anchor It! Campaign Video Shows How Quickly Children Can Be Injured or Killed; Urges Families to Secure Furniture and Televisions
“Even When You’re Watching” Anchor It! Campaign Video Shows How Quickly Children Can Be Injured or Killed; Urges Families to Secure Furniture and Televisions
CPSC's furniture and TV tip-over campaign, Anchor It!, debuted a new public service announcement (PSA), highlighting the hidden risks of injury or death to children from tip-over incidents.
August 25, 2020
CPSC Urges All-Terrain Vehicle Enthusiasts to Follow Safety Tips and Stay Off Roads; Data Show Children Face Highest Risk of Injury
CPSC Urges All-Terrain Vehicle Enthusiasts to Follow Safety Tips and Stay Off Roads; Data Show Children Face Highest Risk of Injury
Summer is in full swing, and many people are looking for outdoor alternatives to pool outings or amusement park trips, which have been postponed due to COVID-19.
August 24, 2020
CPSC Warns Consumers to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators as Two Powerful Storms Churn Toward the Gulf of Mexico
August 4, 2020
CPSC Warns Consumers in Path of Isaias to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators
CPSC Warns Consumers in Path of Isaias to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators
With Isaias battering the East Coast of the United States, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is alerting consumers to take precautions.
July 24, 2020
CPSC Warns Consumers in Path of Storms to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators
CPSC Warns Consumers in Path of Storms to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- With major storms headed toward Hawaii and Gulf States, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is alerting consumers to take precautions.
June 25, 2020
Fourth of July Celebrations May Look a Little Different this Year, but CPSC Reminds Consumers: Safety Still Rules
Fourth of July Celebrations May Look a Little Different this Year, but CPSC Reminds Consumers: Safety Still Rules
This year’s July 4th holiday may look different from most, with many people celebrating from home due to social distancing restrictions still in place to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
June 12, 2020
CPSC Announces Appointment of Agency’s New Consumer Ombudsman
CPSC Announces Appointment of Agency’s New Consumer Ombudsman
CPSC is announcing the appointment of Dr. Jonathan Midgett as its Consumer Ombudsman.