MRC GEM

02/08/2026

In just a few seconds, you can recognize the warning signs of a heart attack and know when to call for help.

🚨 Watch for:
• Chest pressure or pain
• Shortness of breath
• Arm, jaw, neck, or back pain
• Dizziness, nausea, or cold sweats

When seconds matter most, fast action makes the difference.

⏱️ Take two minutes to learn more about heart attack warning signs today.

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01/27/2026

Pictures from our January 17 training class on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Hardening.

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Hardening

01/23/2026

We want everyone in our communities to be ! Older adults, ask friends and family to help you clear ice and snow from your walkways when winter weather hits.

If you have older neighbors, please remember to check on them before storms come to your area.

01/23/2026

01/23/2026

*** OUTDATED - See latest post for updated information***

[ Friday morning update ] An Ice Storm Warning is now in effect for parts of northeast Georgia from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning, where ice accumulations from 0.25" to 1" are expected. Even just a fraction of an inch of ice has major impacts on roadways and makes travel dangerous! Ice accumulations (while less overall) are also expected across the Winter Storm Watch area and will lead to hazardous travel.

01/22/2026

Don’t forget your pets when winter weather hits! Keep them warm & . If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them. Keep pets indoors & never leave them outside/in the car. If they go out, bundle them up in a sweater and watch for shivering, whining, or slowing down.

01/21/2026

01/21/2026

Winter storms can knock out power and restrict travel. As soon as a storm is forecast for your area, make sure your household's emergency kit has food, water and other supplies to last everyone for several days. Visit ready.gov/kit for more information!

01/21/2026

With the potential for impactful wintry weather on the rise for the end of the week for many of you from the Rockies to the East Coast, it's wise to ask: Are you prepared for a winter storm? If the forecast calls for winter weather in YOUR area (visit weather.gov to see), begin preparing NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute. weather.gov/safety/winter-before

01/16/2026

What paramedics and EMTs want you to know:
You don’t have to know what’s wrong; you just need to call early.

Many medical emergencies don’t look dramatic at first.
Shortness of breath. A sudden fall. Confusion that feels “off.”
Waiting can make treatment harder.

When you call 911:
• Stay on the line and follow instructions
• Share what you’re seeing, even if it feels minor
• Don’t worry about using the “right” medical words

Early calls help EMS begin care sooner, and that can change outcomes.

12/28/2025

Be safe on New Year's Eve!

New Year’s Eve is a night full of celebration, and preparing now can make it a safer one.

Are you planning to celebrate the New Year with fireworks? Before you welcome 2026, take two minutes to complete this safety check:

• Clear dry leaves and debris from porches, decks, and yards.
• Choose a safe fireworks area away from homes, cars, and trees.
• Set out a metal bucket with water or sand for used sparklers and fireworks.
• Check outdoor lighting so guests can see walkways clearly.
• Create a no-kids zone around anything that sparks or burns.
• Bring pets inside early. Fireworks can frighten them and cause them to run.

A little prep now = a safer celebration next week.
Find more safety tips at GwinnettSafety411.com.

12/21/2025

Pictures from our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held on December 13, 2025.

Explore this photo album by MRC GEM on Flickr!