Next OEM Community Response Team training to begin Dec. 3
The City of Dallas Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes for neighborhoods, community organizations and […]
Public Safety
What to do when you hear the City’s Outdoor Warning sirens
The City’s 156 Outdoor Warning sirens are activated when Dallas is threatened by severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and hail. The sirens
It’s My Park Day set for Saturday in Spring Valley/Coit Community
Building Blocks Crime Watch, in collaboration with Dallas Police Department (DPD) and City of Dallas, will host “It’s My Park
Second annual Domestic Violence Task Force Report now available
The second annual Domestic Violence Task Force Report, prepared by Dr. Denise Paquette Boots and Dr. Timothy Bray of the Institute
Dallas Animal Services daily data reports now available on Facebook
Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is now posting a daily data report, #TransparentDAS, which will illustrate the shelter’s limited capacity and
Fight the Bite: Mosquito Prevention in Dallas 2016
Update: Nov. 1, 2016 A mosquito pool in Dallas has confirmed positive for the West Nile Virus. Weather permitting the
$1.5 Million Grant Awarded to DPD/DFR
Dallas Fire-Rescue and the Dallas Police Department will receive up to $1.5 million from the W. W. Caruth, Jr. Communities
Do you have an Emergency Disaster Kit?
In an emergency, it’s important to have the right supplies on hand. That’s why authorities recommend that everyone prepare an
Here’s how to protect yourself from the flu
Getting an annual flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. Flu vaccination
Progress continues on illegal dumping in FY 15-16
In the past fiscal year, the Dallas Marshal’s Office made a total 246 illegal dumping related arrests; 15 in September.
Marshal’s Office will crack down on outstanding family violence warrants
The Dallas Marshal’s Office will begin an initiative Monday to clear outstanding Class C warrants for family violence related cases
“Don’t wait, check the date” is theme of Fire Prevention Week
Do you know how old your smoke detector is? Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) reminds residents that smoke detectors should be replaced