#APCDebates Spotlight: Insurance Commissioner candidates Ralph Hudgens, @ElectLiz & Ted Metz airs Sunday on GPB News: bit.ly/1p7YfK7

Insured Losses from Georgia Storms Estimated at $6 Million -> ow.ly/D9hge

Last week's storms generated thousands of claims with estimated insured losses as high as $6 million. Read more -> ow.ly/D9hok

Did you know? Space heaters cause a third of home heating fires and four out of five home heating deaths. -> ow.ly/Dh4km

Tune-in to GPB News on Sunday (October 25) at 6PM for the State Insurance Commissioner debate hosted by the The Atlanta Press Club. #gapol

Experiencing difficulty reaching your insurance company? Call our Consumer Helpline at 404.656.2070.

While Washington plays politics, we are getting things done in Georgia -> ow.ly/Dh3HV #gagop #gapol #tcot

Make sure candles are at least a foot away from flammable materials. More safety tips -> ow.ly/Dh4eE

Tip: Burning leaves on your property? Keep a water hose nearby to put out any stray flames or sparks. -> ow.ly/Dk3IG

Working smoke alarms coupled with a practiced escape plan cut your chances of dying in a fire in half. Be prepared!-> ow.ly/Dh4tm

Use Caution When Clearing Leaves -> ow.ly/Dk3qo

Tip: Check with your local fire department before burning leaves in your yard. Some jurisdictions require a burn permit.

Tip: Clear leaves, weeds, brush and other vegetation at least 30 feet from your home -> ow.ly/Dk3Aj

Fact: Last year, there were 6,773 reported brush & grass fires in GA resulting in four fatalities and 20 injuries. Be careful this weekend!

When you change your clocks on Sunday, change the batteries in your smoke detector, too. -> ow.ly/DrY8g

Having a working smoke alarm doubles the chances you will survive a fire in your home. Change your batteries soon! -> ow.ly/DrYuz

In 2014, 60 Georgians have died in home fires. Investigators could not determine if a working smoke alarm was present in 43 of those fires.

When you change your clocks today, don't forget to change the batteries in your smoke alarm as well.

The polls are now open in Georgia. Please vote to re-elect Ralph Hudgens as your State Insurance Commissioner! #gagop #gapol #gasen

Remember to check your smoke alarm when you change your clocks back this Sunday: oci.ga.gov/ExternalResour…