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Every day, police, fire, EMS, tow operators, and DOT crews risk their lives on the roadside.You can help protect them — and yourself. See the lights? Slow Down. Move Over.One small action can save a life. Watch. Like. Share. Subscribe.Join the movement to help create safer roads for all road users. Follow @FlagmanSafety on YouTube and Facebook www.FlagmanSafety.comhttps://youtu.be/oY7ABbr-w_M?si=ecHL5OPprV9Jo2qBhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oY7ABbr-w_M

Cooler nights are here, and space heaters often come out of storage. But here’s the risk: space heaters are one of the leading causes of home heating fires. Here’s your 2-minute safety check: • Keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn, like curtains, bedding, or furniture. • Always plug space heaters directly into a wall outlet — never an extension cord. • Turn them off before leaving the room or going to bed. Give your heater a little extra space and keep your home warm and safe. Comment “Done” if you completed today’s safety check. For more…

Halloween is fast approaching! As you get ready for the big night, take a few simple steps to keep everyone safe: • Costumes: Choose flame-resistant fabrics and add reflective tape or glow sticks so kids can be seen. • Pumpkins: Use flashlights, glow sticks, or battery-operated candles instead of open flames. • Walkways: Keep paths clear of decorations, extension cords, and clutter for trick-or-treaters. • Candles: Blow out candles before leaving a room or going to bed. Before the costumes and candy, watch our Halloween Safety video because keeping little ones safe is the sweetest treat of all.

Gwinnett County leaders joined Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services in proclaiming October as Fire Prevention Month.Gwinnett County leaders joined Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services in proclaiming October as Fire Prevention Month.This annual observance underscores the importance of preparation and prevention in keeping our community safe. Simple steps such as testing smoke alarms, creating a home escape plan, and practicing fire safety can save lives.We’ll continue sharing guidance and safety reminders throughout October to keep families prepared. Each action, big or small, helps protect lives and property.Prevention Today, Protection Tomorrow.

October is Fire Prevention Month, and seconds matter! Most home fires can be prevented with simple steps: • Working smoke alarms • Safe cooking • Practiced escape plan We’ll be sharing resources and safety reminders throughout the month to help families stay protected.Visit GwinnettCounty.com/ResidentialFireSafety for more information about fire prevention or to download a residential safety guide.

Recycle your items at America Recycles Day Have some hard-to-recycle items? Rain or shine, you can bring them to America Recycles Day on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00am to noon at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. Volunteers will remove items placed in disposable containers from the trunk or back seat of your vehicle. Recycling electronics is free except for projection/console TVs ($35), computer monitors ($15), and printers ($5). For a full list of acceptable items, visit GwinnettCB.org or call 770.822.7141. If you’d like to volunteer at this event, visit VolunteerGwinnett.net.

Recycle your items at America Recycles Day Have some hard-to-recycle items? Rain or shine, you can bring them to America Recycles Day on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00am to noon at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville. Volunteers will remove items placed in disposable containers from the trunk or back seat of your vehicle. Recycling electronics is free except for projection/console TVs ($35), computer monitors ($15), and printers ($5). For a full list of acceptable items, visit GwinnettCB.org or call 770.822.7141. If you’d like to volunteer at this event, visit VolunteerGwinnett.net.