Message From The Sheriff

As summer approaches and outdoor activities increase, the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office encourages all residents and visitors to make safety a top priority during this busy and enjoyable season. With more travel, community events, and time spent outdoors, taking a proactive approach to safety can help prevent accidents or injury and protect our community. 

Additionally, we would like to extend our congratulations to all graduates in the area. This is an important milestone, and we commend the hard work and dedication it took to reach this achievement. As graduates celebrate with family and friends, we encourage everyone to do so responsibly and safely. 

With many families hitting the road for summer vacations, we remind drivers to always obey traffic laws, stay attentive, and remain vigilant to help reduce accidents and keep our roadways safe. 

As temperatures rise during the summer months, remember to stay cool, hydrated, and informed about extreme heat in the area during your fun-filled outdoor activities. Extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. In extreme heat, your body works extra hard to maintain a normal temperature, which can lead to heat-related illness, or even death. 

The following list provides tips to help protect against the dangers of extreme heat:

• Check the local news for health and safety updates. 
• Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
• Ensure your pets have plenty of cool water and access to shade if outside. 
• Limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours.
• Never leave children or pets in cars. 
• Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
• Watch for symptoms of heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke. 
• Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen. 

For more information on extreme heat preparation, safety, and the signs of heat-related illnesses, please visit Ready.gov.

The Dekalb County Sheriff's Office wishes everyone a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer.

Sheriff Nick Welden