Tag: see something

Safety Starts With You

Jul 20, 2017 1:54 pm

Each and every one of us can do our part to keep communities safe by keeping our eyes and ears open. Whether you’re at a sporting event, concert, or hanging out at your local fair, remain alert to your surroundings. When something just doesn’t feel right, say something. Report suspicious behavior to your local authorities.

Watch this informative video to learn about the importance of being alert and reporting suspicious behavior:

“If You See Something, Say Something™” is a national campaign that raises public awareness of the indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, as well as the importance of reporting suspicious activity to state and local law enforcement. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reminds the public to report suspicious activity to local … continue reading »

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Make The Right Call: If You See Something, Say Something

Apr 14, 2017 3:05 pm

Baseball season is here and that means time at the ballpark for fans to root for their favorite team. Having fun in the stands watching players round the bases is the name of the game, but amidst the fun we must not overlook our responsibility to remain alert. If you notice suspicious behavior or activities, do not hesitate to report it to local authorities. Learn about the resources See Something, Say Something™ has available to help raise awareness and the role you can play to help keep your community safe.

Should you need to report suspicious activity, contact your local law enforcement agency and describe specifically what you observed, including:

  • Who or what you saw;
  • When you saw it;
  • Where it occurred; and
  • Why it’s suspicious.

If there is an emergency, call 9–1–1.

En español: Si ve algo, diga … continue reading »

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Safe Travels

Dec 8, 2016 4:36 pm

Holiday vacation for many means opting out of the traditional home for the holidays scenario and heading out of the country for some leisurely travel. While jet setting to another country can be fun and exciting, we must be aware of the risks and things we can do to stay safe.

Staying safe starts at home. Before you pack your bags and way before you land on foreign soil, do your homework. Take a look at travel tips from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration and review the U.S. State Department’s Travel Checklist here. Once at the airport, remain alert and if you see something, say something.

The U.S. Department of State has resources available to help make good decisions while planning a trip and how to stay as safe once in another country. Here are key … continue reading »

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