Forsyth County Emergency Management Agency & 911

Mental Health To-Do List Reminder for You and our Dispatchers🧠

☐ Drink water before your third cup of coffee
☐ Take one deep breath before answering stressful calls/messages
☐ Eat an actual meal — not just snacks
☐ Text or call someone you trust
☐ Take a break from doom-scrolling
☐ Listen to one song that improves your mood
☐ Remind yourself: you do not have to carry every problem home
☐ Laugh at something today
☐ Get enough sleep (or at least try)
☐ Celebrate one thing you handled well today
☐ Ask for help if you need it
☐ Be as kind to yourself as you are to everyone else

Bonus Task:
☐ You made it through today. That counts too. 💛

Swing by the job fair today at University of North Georgia from 12:00–1:30 PM! (300 Aquatic Circle Cu***ng, GA 30040)

Ever wondered what really happens when someone calls 911? Curious about what it takes to be a dispatcher? Or maybe you’re just a little nosy in the best way possible? 👀☎️

Come chat with us! We’d love to answer your questions and talk about the people behind the headsets. No pressure, no experience needed! Just stop by, say hi, and learn something new! 🚓🚑🚒

Have fun this weekend, make memories but let’s keep it safe out there. Forgot your life jacket? No problem. You can grab one from the loaner stations at several parks all around the lake. Just borrow it for the day and bring it back when you’re done being a lake legend.

You’ll find them at:
Charleston Park – Boat Ramp
Laurel Park – Boat Ramp
Mary Alice Park – Beach & Boat Ramp
Olympic Park – Boat Ramp
River Forks Park – Boat Ramp
Shady Grove Park Campground – Beach
Shoal Creek Campground
Wahoo Park – Boat Ramp
Young Deer Park – Beach

Congratulations to Tara S, Sharon P, and Chris W for winning the drawing for a NOAA Weather Radio. Tara and Sharon will also receive a bonus prize for knowing that most storms develop in the afternoon.

You will be contacted via Facebook Messenger within the next few days with information on how to obtain your weather radios.

🌩️ WEATHER WEDNESDAY - TRIVIA EDITION🌩️
Answer the question below for a chance to win a NOAA Weather Radio!
Everyone who answers correctly will be entered into a drawing to win 1 of 3 NOAA Weather Radios.

❓ TRIVIA QUESTION:
How many thunderstorms does Forsyth County average each year?
A️: 25–35
B️: 35–45
C️: 45–55
D️: 55–65

👇 Drop your guess in the comments and check back next Wednesday for the correct answer and winners!

💡 Did You Know?
Most thunderstorms in Forsyth County occur during the summer months — especially June, July, and August.

➕ Bonus Prize if you know what time of day storms most often develop.

⚠️ Make sure you have multiple ways to receive thunderstorm alerts, including a NOAA Weather Radio and by signing up for Alert Forsyth notifications at https://www.forsythco.com/alert. Staying informed helps keep you and your family safe!

More than 20 departments came together last week for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Concepts and Operations training - strengthening the coordination, communication, and teamwork that are critical during emergencies and large-scale incidents.

From public safety and public works to logistics, administration, and partner agencies, this training brought together the people who will help keep our community prepared and resilient when it matters most.

Preparedness is a team effort - departments working together as one team with one common goal: keeping our community safe.

Safety Saturday! 🚤☀️

Got a tiny lake pirate, future Olympian, or stubborn teenager refusing to wear a life jacket? 😅 Have them check out this cute cartoon about why wearing one is always a smart idea. 🦺

Bobber The Water Safety Dog – Episode 3 - Sinker Has a Fit Ranger Jane teaches Tackle, Sinker, and Corkey how to wear a life jacket the right way. Tackle still doesn’t think he needs to wear a life jacket then has to...

Congratulations to all of the graduates this weekend and next week! 🎓
You’ve worked hard, made memories, overcome challenges, and now it’s time to celebrate. Have fun, stay safe, chase big dreams, and never be afraid to create the life you’ve imagined. The future is yours go make it unforgettable. ✨

Agencies and departments from around the lake gathered this morning for an important summer planning meeting. From lake safety and holiday expectations to educational opportunities and tackling seasonal challenges, a lot of coordination goes into keeping the summer running smoothly!

It may look like “just another meeting,” but behind every safe weekend on the lake is a room full of people planning ahead, working together, and probably debating who drank all the coffee. ☕🚤🌊