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If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol use or misuse, free and confidential support is available at buff.ly/2C1HXng #RecoveryIsPossible #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarms, and Fire Extinguishers should all be in your home. #FirePrevention #FireSafetyTips

This is a great reminder from the American Heart Association! When stress makes you feel bad, do something that makes you feel good. Spending just 10 or 15 minutes doing something you enjoy is enough to break the cycle of stress. Here are some ideas. #StressAwarenessMonth

Did you know that smoke inhalation is most common cause of most home fire deaths? Smoke is a collection of airborne solid and liquid particulates and gases and can usually incapacitate or render unconscious anyone who is nearby. #FireSafetyTips

OWL is scheduled to attend the Touch-a-Truck event hosted by the Veterans Memorial Park staff this coming Saturday, April 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: pwcparks.info/touchatruck

As the weather warms up there will be plenty of great days for riding. Motorcyclists remember to: 🏍️ Obey speed limits. ✔️ 🏍️ Use DOT-compliant motorcycle helmets. ✔️ 🏍️ Always ride sober. ✔️

🚸 Just a reminder that PWC Students return to school tomorrow! Slow down! Watch your speed in school zones. #SafeDriving

For those of you celebrating Easter this weekend, get a head start on Sunday meal preparations. Spend some time today cleaning your cooking equipment. Grease on the stove or in the oven can catch fire. #FirePrevention

Make sure you have multiple ways to receive emergency alert information! Sign up to receive local alerts and warnings at buff.ly/3GeAGQR. #PWCAlerts

Check this out! Now, you can check for recalls using your license plate number or your 17-character VIN. Visit buff.ly/2pKldlt today!

Don't use lit candles in bedrooms, bathrooms and sleeping areas. Blow them out when you leave a room or home, or when you go to bed. #FirePrevention #FireSafety

We know the time change this past weekend may have your circadian rhythm off cycle. Make sure you are getting adequate sleep while you are adjusting. Drowsy driving can be very dangerous. Don't overlook these signs ⤵️

Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses that can be fatal. The way we talk about them matters. The shares some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. Follow the link for more information 👉 buff.ly/49MiOdL

Yesterday, when you changed the batteries in your smoke alarms, did you remember to check the date on your unit? Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. #FireSafety

Don't forget, today (March 7th) at 9:45 a.m. is Virginia's Statewide Tornado Drill. Schools, businesses, workplaces, and families are encouraged to participate. Visit buff.ly/3y9lWze for more information on tornado safety! #ReadyPWC

Thursday, March 7th at 9:45 a.m. is Virginia's Statewide Tornado Drill. Schools, businesses, workplaces, and families are encouraged to participate. Visit buff.ly/3y9lWze for more information on tornado safety! #ReadyPWC

Heat alarms (detectors) respond to high temperatures, not smoke or fire, and are ideal for garages. They are another useful part of any home fire safety plan. #FireSafety

🐣That chirp you hear in your house may not be a spring chick that arrived early. It could be a smoke alarm that needs a new battery. #OWLVFD #firesafety

✔️ Great reminder from the American Heart Association 👇 If you're over 20, you should have your cholesterol checked at least every 4-6 years. So, Yeah, time to call the doctor and set that up.

Thanks to Dr. Charles Richard Drew we have Bloodmobiles! Read this graphic from the Virginia Department of Health to find out more about this #PublicHealthFigure 🙌 #BlackHistoryMonth