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• Moving into a house with an old alarm system? Contact the provider to inquire about an upgrade, updates and changing alarm codes..
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (January 03, 2012 - 11:06 AM)
• Reflective numbers outside on the front of your home will make it easy for police and ambulances to find your house in case of emergency.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (December 09, 2011 - 10:53 AM)
• If you have a faulty alarm that frequently goes off, get it fixed immediately. Many people ignore an alarm that goes off periodically
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 09, 2011 - 10:20 PM)
• If someone comes to your door asking to use the phone to call a mechanic or the police, keep the door locked and make the call yourself.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 08, 2011 - 11:42 PM)
• Read "5 Steps You Can Take To Keep Kids Safe". Written by a stranger abduction / sexual assault survivor. http://t.co/NMjBAAMB
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 07, 2011 - 9:46 PM)
• For an effective alarm system, conceal all wiring. A professional burglar looks for places where he can disconnect the security system.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 02, 2011 - 9:38 AM)
• Does anyone know your home security code? Be sure to change your code frequently and only share it with trusted family members and friends.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 27, 2011 - 11:16 PM)
• When out with friends, keep an eye on each others drinks take turns to go dancing or finish your drinks first.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 10, 2011 - 10:19 PM)
• When you are out for fun, avoid getting into heated discussions logic and rational thought are affected by alcohol or illicit drugs.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 06, 2011 - 11:26 PM)
• When you are out, if a friend is seriously affected by alcohol or illicit drugs or has overdosed, call an ambulance immediately.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 05, 2011 - 9:11 PM)
• For the most effective alarm system, conceal all wiring. A professional burglar looks for places where he o (cont) http://t.co/rbo5RqUo
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 21, 2011 - 9:52 PM)
• Don't leave notes for service people or family members on the door. These act as a welcome mat for a burglar.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 20, 2011 - 12:50 AM)
• Your house should appear occupied at all times. Use timers to switch lights and radios on and off when you're not at home.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 15, 2011 - 10:10 PM)
• Buying an established home? Change all the locks and tumblers when you move into the house.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 14, 2011 - 8:51 PM)
• Windows are some of a burglars' hot spots. Therefore you should make sure you have window locks working properly.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 14, 2011 - 12:12 AM)
• When vacationing ask a friendly neighbor to make sure the lawn is mowed and keep an eye out for unusual activi (cont) http://t.co/bbaND6T
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (August 15, 2011 - 7:15 AM)
• Be aware of what information you are sharing on websites. Do not provide your full name, address, and telephon (cont) http://deck.ly/~BP9RN
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (July 13, 2011 - 10:57 AM)
• Drivers 85-years-old and older have four times as many fatal car crashes. Take time to have an honest talk wit (cont) http://deck.ly/~tFbzf
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (July 08, 2011 - 5:03 PM)
• Don't save your address as home in your GPS. If car thieves gets possession of your GPS they may use it to rob your home as well.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (July 06, 2011 - 6:39 AM)
• Portable pools claim the life of one child every five days in the summer months. Always keep a close eye on kids while in the pool.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (July 05, 2011 - 7:23 AM)
• Does anyone know your home security system code? Be sure to change your code frequently and only share it wit (cont) http://deck.ly/~2CG4s
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (July 03, 2011 - 6:36 PM)
• Make sure your spa has a lockable safety cover that is applied whenever the spa is not in use.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 17, 2011 - 12:24 PM)
• If you wear earphones while biking, walking or running keep the volume low enough that you can still hear what is going on around you.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 16, 2011 - 12:49 PM)
• Teach children to stay away from the drain and filters in pools. Purchase a pool drain safety guard to help prevent entrapment.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 15, 2011 - 12:50 PM)
• Wipe down your headlights in between car washes. Dirt and grime buildup can dim your lights making the road an (cont) http://deck.ly/~DpLAq
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 13, 2011 - 12:47 PM)
• If you or a family member has a serious food allergy always keep an Epi-pen and an anti-histamine with you in case of an allergic reaction.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 09, 2011 - 9:10 AM)
• Never stop your car on railroad tracks. Pull forward or backup so you clear the tracks. Trains can come quickl (cont) http://deck.ly/~F1b5b
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 07, 2011 - 12:15 PM)
• Its Home Safety Month. Talk to your landlord about poor lighting or overgrown shrubbery that could make a good hiding place for criminals.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (June 02, 2011 - 1:48 AM)
• If your apartment doesn't have a chain lock or latch consider installing one and make sure your door has a peephole.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 31, 2011 - 10:43 PM)
• If you see a child who appears to be lost, verbally comfort the child, call police and do not take the child to another location.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 27, 2011 - 8:41 AM)
• Help protect your home from hurricanes by reinforcing your roof, straps, shutters, doors and garage doors to protect against wind & debris.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 26, 2011 - 2:05 PM)
• Today is National Missing Children's Day. Take 25 minutes to talk to your children about safety.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 25, 2011 - 11:52 AM)
• It's Hurricane Awareness Week !!
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 23, 2011 - 12:02 AM)
• Always empty kiddie pools after each use. Children can drown in just a few inches of water.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 20, 2011 - 8:03 AM)
• If an adult your child does not know approaches him or her, teach them to get away and yell, this person is not my father (mother)!
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 18, 2011 - 12:33 PM)
• If the child you are in charge of goes missing at a store, notify the store manager or security officer righ (cont) http://deck.ly/~ZP4Wm
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 17, 2011 - 8:29 AM)
• Teach children not to unbuckle their seat belts or car seats until you tell them it is safe. Unbuckling can be deadly.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 16, 2011 - 6:12 AM)
• May is missing children's month. Take time to talk to your child about strangers and personal safety.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 11, 2011 - 11:27 AM)
• May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Remember to always wear a helmet and practice defensive driving.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 09, 2011 - 7:36 AM)
• May is Older Americans Month. Help your elderly relatives and friends establish a routine to help make thei (cont) http://deck.ly/~MSDc4
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 05, 2011 - 6:27 AM)
• Remember to test your brakes, throttle and all fluids before hopping on a motorcycle this spring.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 04, 2011 - 8:32 AM)
• Follow the speed limit and safety zone regulations in your neighborhood to ensure the safety of children and pedestrians.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 03, 2011 - 7:29 AM)
• If your child will be using a microwave, place it no higher than eye level. If installed higher, kids could sp (cont) http://deck.ly/~A2q7p
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (May 02, 2011 - 7:31 AM)
• The Sheriff's Office will be closed on Monday, April 25th to observe the Confederate Memorial Holiday.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 24, 2011 - 6:55 PM)
• Burglaries can happen anytime, anyplace, and in any neighborhood. Did you know that over half of robberies happen during daylight hours?
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 21, 2011 - 7:37 AM)
• If youre going hiking, be sure to check the weather before heading out. Spring storms may cause sudden floodi (cont) http://deck.ly/~OYNZB
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 19, 2011 - 10:10 AM)
• Before getting rid of a phone or electronic device delete any personal information stored on the device's hard drive.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 18, 2011 - 7:24 AM)
• April is designated Alcohol Awareness Month. Take time to talk to teens about the dangers of underage drinking and drinking and driving
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 13, 2011 - 10:00 PM)
• Children shouldnt be allowed to ride as passengers on lawn mowers or to be towed behind mowers in carts or trailers.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 12, 2011 - 8:51 PM)
• If someone you don't know calls you on the telephone and offers you the chance to receive a "major" credit car (cont) http://deck.ly/~ocXuP
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 07, 2011 - 7:54 AM)
• Don't leave house & car keys together with anyone. Keys can be duplicated & addresses can be located by paperwork in the car. or by plate #.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (April 04, 2011 - 7:04 AM)
• Consider using surveillance cameras to monitor the security and safety of your elderly loved ones.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 30, 2011 - 10:11 AM)
• Listen to what your children say about their fears and safety concerns and help them understand and trust their instincts.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 29, 2011 - 7:54 AM)
• Help increase road safety: dont text and drive or surf the web on your mobile phone while driving a vehicle or riding a bike.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 28, 2011 - 10:41 AM)
• According to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, you shouldnt leave your car in cruise contr (cont) http://deck.ly/~gdaZR
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 24, 2011 - 8:24 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Unoccupied child booster seats can become projectiles in a car accident. When not in use, stor (cont) http://deck.ly/~GU498
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 23, 2011 - 8:14 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Its poison prevention week. Do you have the number for poison control on or near your home phone?
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 22, 2011 - 6:31 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Its the beginning of Spring. If youre cleaning your home today, take time to organize househ (cont) http://deck.ly/~yEjhV
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 21, 2011 - 8:17 AM)
• Tip of the Day: To stay safe while using an ATM remember to limit the amount of time you spend there. Fill ou (cont) http://deck.ly/~teFXU
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 17, 2011 - 7:04 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Car accidents related to cell phone use are on the rise. Know the Dangers of Cellphone Use Whi (cont) http://deck.ly/~juPoD
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 16, 2011 - 7:43 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Avoid drinking alcohol while in a hot tub or bath, it can cause drowsiness or even unconsciousness.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 15, 2011 - 6:41 AM)
• Remind kids not to talk to strangers online. Use only a first name or nickname to identify themselves. Neve (cont) http://deck.ly/~kutW2
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 14, 2011 - 7:03 AM)
• Tip of the Day: To help prevent false alarms, securely close and lock all doors and windows prior to arming your home security system.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 14, 2011 - 7:00 AM)
• Tip of the Day: To stay safe while using an ATM remember to limit the amount of time you spend there. Fill ou (cont) http://deck.ly/~nDWaY
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 11, 2011 - 6:48 AM)
• Tip of the day: Always report any suspicious people or vehicles in your neighborhood to your local police or the Sheriff's Office.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 10, 2011 - 7:02 AM)
• Both the watch and the warning have been cancelled for Houston County, auth. EMA
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 09, 2011 - 1:11 PM)
• Houston County is under a TORNADO WARNING at this time.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 09, 2011 - 12:46 PM)
• The TORNADO WATCH has been extended until 5:00 PM auth NWS.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 09, 2011 - 10:54 AM)
• Houston County is under a TORNADO WATCH until 4:00 PM. Check local media for details.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 09, 2011 - 10:28 AM)
• Tip of the Day: Set a good example for children by locking doors and windows and checking to see who it is before opening a door.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 09, 2011 - 6:26 AM)
• A press conference will be held at the fair grounds today at 1:00 p.m. by the Sheriff in reference to the animal cruelty investigation.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 01, 2011 - 12:43 PM)
• 200 animals rescued in Gordon with the assistance of the National Humane Society. Follow the link for a stor (cont) http://deck.ly/~c3DoV
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 01, 2011 - 7:13 AM)
• Today's topics at the Canine Use in Child Abductions training are: In Field Scenarios and Problem Solving w/ K9s
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (February 02, 2011 - 12:59 PM)
• Today's topics at the Canine Use in Child Abductions training are: FBI Forensic K9 Program Overview, Forensic K9 Use Case Presentation
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (February 01, 2011 - 2:01 PM)
• Today's training is recommended for administrators and CID personnel. It covers FBI Forensic K9 Program, demonstrations and lecture.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (January 31, 2011 - 7:17 AM)
• We would like to welcome everyone who is here this week to attend the class: Canine Use in Child Abductions
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (January 31, 2011 - 7:13 AM)
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  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (December 15, 2010 - 1:35 PM)
• That's not Christmas cookies you smell at the SO! Press release today at one!
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (December 15, 2010 - 1:34 PM)
• 11/28 WM Marcus Clark was arrested on 4 counts of Burglary 3rd after being found with stolen property. Check your local media for details.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (December 01, 2010 - 12:18 PM)
• A tornado watch has been issued for Houston County until 1400 hrs. Check your local media for more details.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 30, 2010 - 8:57 AM)
• Cancel WFQ on Kenneth Earl Cunningham 07/18/1970
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 22, 2010 - 6:51 AM)
• The Sheriff's Office is closed today in observance of Veteran's Day. We will be open for business as usual tomorrow, Friday the 12th.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 11, 2010 - 8:50 AM)
• Wanted For Questioning in auto burglaries: W/M Kenneth Earl Cunningham Jr. 07/18/70. If you have any information call HCSO at 334-677-4808.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 05, 2010 - 6:10 AM)
• Congratulations to Sheriff Hughes on his re-election !
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 03, 2010 - 6:34 AM)
• Take the time to vote today and make your voice heard.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 02, 2010 - 3:03 PM)
• Don't be complacent thinking that your issue, party or candidate will get enough votes to win without yours.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 02, 2010 - 3:02 PM)
• Sadly, only 34 percent of registered voters traditionally make it to the polls in Alabama.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 02, 2010 - 3:02 PM)
• Election day is important no matter which party you belong to, which topic that you argue for, or for whatever belief that you hold dear.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 02, 2010 - 3:01 PM)
• On Thursday, HCSO charged Tammy Melinda Yaun (formerly Tammy Devane) with Attempting to Elude & DUI after a vehicle pursuit.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 01, 2010 - 5:52 AM)
• On Thursday, HCSO arrested Jonathan Williams on two counts of Sodomy 2nd involving a juvenile under 16 that occurred on Fox Valley Drive.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 01, 2010 - 5:47 AM)
• On Friday HCSO arrested Registered Sex Offender Bobby Edward Riley with Violation of Community Notification Act while working at Peanut Fest
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (November 01, 2010 - 5:43 AM)
• Sheriff Hughes will be on WNNT 1450 AM this morning at 0800 hrs. Tune in and listen to him discuss some important topics.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 29, 2010 - 8:28 AM)
• Houston County is under a TORNADO WATCH until 1300 hrs. Check your local media for further details.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 25, 2010 - 8:10 AM)
• W/F Donna Sue Greer was arrested for Robbery 1 after attempting to rob the clerk at Efurds yesterday morning. Check local media for details.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (October 22, 2010 - 9:33 AM)
• W/F Bethany Ann Burgess has been arrested for burglaries last week on South Park and on Battles Road. Check your local media for further.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 21, 2010 - 2:28 PM)
• Traffic stop yields 1 lb of marijuana. Search warrant at 502 Chandler Street after the stop leads to 3 more lbs. Check local media for more
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 14, 2010 - 10:53 AM)
• Another article on the Tahoe purchase: http://tinyurl.com/38rmxg2
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 09, 2010 - 9:20 AM)
• Article on the 3 Tahoes that were purchased with Federal grant monies: http://tinyurl.com/2w67aba
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (September 09, 2010 - 9:16 AM)
• incident. Arrested: WM Phillip Mathew Deal of 4371 Glen Lawrence Road. Check your local media for more information.
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 23, 2010 - 3:23 PM)
• Deputies responded to an armed man who fired shots at his neighbors last night. Sheriff Hughes talked the man out of his home without
  Houston County Office of Emergency Management, Texas  (March 23, 2010 - 3:21 PM)

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