08.16.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 6:43 am by Administrator
Mobile safety in general. Just as in chat rooms and social sites, kids need to think about who they text and talk with. They should never text/talk with strangers. Phones should only be used to communicate with people they know in the real world.
Bullying by phone. Since young people’s social lives increasingly fold in cell phones as well as the Web, cyberbullying and harassment have gone mobile too. Talk with your kids about how the same manners and ethics you’ve always taught them apply on phones and the Web as in “real life.”
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08.13.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 8:24 am by Administrator
Just go to www.townscountysheriffsoffice.com to sign up and receive our quarterly eNewsletter. You will find a lot of helpful tips and information about the Sheriff’s Office.
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08.09.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 9:14 am by Administrator
According to FBI reports, credit/debit card fraud, computer fraud, confidence fraud, and financial institutions fraud, round out the top seven categories of complaints referred to law enforcement. Internet fraud and email scams can be expensive, disruptive, and even dangerous. Consider using the following guidelines suggested by the FBI for avoiding Internet fraud or email scams:
• Only purchase merchandise from reputable dealers or establishments.
• Try to obtain a physical address rather than merely a post office box and a phone number; call the seller to see if the number is correct and working.
• Send them an e-mail to see if they have an active e-mail address and be wary of those that utilize free e-mail services where a credit card wasn’t required to open the account.
• Consider not purchasing from sellers who won’t provide you with this type of information.
• Purchase merchandise directly from the individual/ company that holds the trademark, copyright, or patent.
• Beware when responding to e-mail that may not have been sent by a reputable company.
• Be skeptical of individuals representing themselves as Nigerian or foreign government officials asking for your help in placing large sums of money in overseas bank accounts.
• Do not believe the promise of large sums of money for your cooperation.
• Guard your account information carefully. Don’t give out your credit card number(s) online unless the site is a secure and reputable site. Sometimes a tiny icon of a padlock appears to symbolize a higher level of security to transmit data. This icon is not a guarantee of a secure site, but might provide you some assurance.
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08.07.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 7:17 am by Administrator
The National Weather Service has issued the following statement for Towns County and the surrounding area:
EXPECT SCATTERED TO NUMEROUS THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHEST
THUNDERSTORM POTENTIAL IS GENERALLY ACROSS EXTREME NORTH GEORGIA…ALONG AND NORTH OF A LINE FROM ROME TO HELEN.
DEVELOPING STORMS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN BELOW SEVERE LIMITS. WITH PRECIPITABLE WATER VALUES AROUND 2 INCHES…HEAVY RAIN CAN BE EXPECTED AND COULD RESULT IN
PONDING ON ROADWAYS.
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08.06.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 10:38 am by Administrator
Some email users have lost money to bogus offers that arrived as spam in their in-box. Con artists are very cunning; they know how to make their claims seem legitimate. Some spam messages ask for your business, others invite you to a website with a detailed pitch. Either way, these tips can help you avoid spam scams:
•Protect your personal information. Share credit card or other personal information only when you’re buying from a company you know and trust.
•Know who you’re dealing with. Don’t do business with any company that won’t provide its name, street address, and telephone number.
•Take your time. Resist any urge to “act now” despite the offer and the terms. Once you turn over your money, you may never get it back.
•Read the small print. Get all promises in writing and review them carefully before you make a payment or sign a contract.
•Never pay for a “free” gift. Disregard any offer that asks you to pay for a gift or prize. If it’s free or a gift, you shouldn’t have to pay for it. Free means free.
(Information provided by OnGaurd Online)
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08.03.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 10:43 pm by Administrator
This week school will be back in session beginning Thursday, August 4th. Please be aware that in the mornings from approximately 7:30 AM until approximately 8 AM there will be increased traffic in front of the school. Traffic will again increase around 3:00 PM. The Sheriff’s Office will be providing traffic control to assist with safety. Please help us keep our children safe by being aware and paying extra attention to safety while driving.
The following information, provided by Safe Kids USA, is offered as ideas to help keep our children safe.
School buses are generally considered one of the safest ways to travel; however, an estimated 5,000 children are injured each year in school bus related accidents. Many of these injuries occur when children are entering or exiting the bus. This is likely due to the fact that the driver has a blind spot of about 10 feet around the bus. This is sometimes difficult for younger children to understand. Half of all school-age pedestrians killed in bus-related crashes are between 5 and 7 years old (SAFE KIDS USA)
• Help keep children safe by teaching them to wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the bus driver says that it is safe to board the bus.
• Make sure children know that they should never walk behind or close to the sides of a bus.
• Teach children to never run across the road to catch a school bus.
• Pay extra attention and never speed when driving in a school zone and around school buses and pedestrians.
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Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 7:39 am by Administrator
A good way to establish these limits is to take a tour of the neighborhood with your child and determine what areas are off limits. Perhaps you live near highway or a busy intersection, that might be designated “out of bounds” because of the risks they present to your child. Often places with water, such as creeks, streams and ponds are also out of bounds. Entering unfamiliar homes without a parent should always be out of bounds. Discuss these boundaries with your child and make sure they understand.
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08.02.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 9:03 am by Administrator
Hydration is important for all ages, particularly in the summer. A dehydrated person can become weak, faint and vulnerable. Make sure you allow at least eight glasses of water per day for each person, more if you’re involved in athletics or strenuous activities. If you’re traveling, freeze water in reusable containers to pack in a cooler. The ice will thaw gradually, but the water will stay cooler and more refreshing during the long, hot summer days.
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08.01.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 9:14 pm by Administrator
When schools are not in session, children often spend more time on the computer or in front of the television. Make sure your computer has an Internet filter (available from many family-oriented websites), and that you have activated the parental controls on your television. Teach your child never to give out their name, address, or other identifying information to anyone on the Internet. Make an effort to become acquainted with the parents of your children’s friends. Don’t be afraid to ask them what their guidelines are for their child’s Internet and television use.
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07.31.11
Posted in Safety Tips/ News/ Discussion at 12:27 pm by Administrator
Never allow a child to swim unsupervised. If your child is going with a friend to swim, be sure to speak with the adult in charge. Don’t be afraid to ask if they know CPR. Children can drown quickly, and in very small amounts of water. Even a brief span of inattention can be fatal. Take the opportunity to evaluate your child’s ability and general comfort in the water. Make sure your child knows the safety rules.
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