Safety Tips

Monsoon season officially starts on June 15, but powerful and dangerous storms can develop at any time. Some areas within the city and surrounding areas are prone to flooding, including washes, streets and neighborhoods that are located in low lying areas.  "For us it is not tornados, it is flash flooding and straight-line winds," said Shane K...

In addition to disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer and other essentials to protect against COVID-19, those taking to state highways these days need to prepare themselves, their vehicles and their passengers in case they become stranded in extreme heat.  At a minimum, that means taking extra drinking water for everyone, including pets, and a ful...

Scorching summer temperatures are coming, and that means it's time for your car's tire-pressure checkup. That's because summer usually means a spike in tire blowouts. Hot pavement can cause tires to build pressure and overheat quickly, which can lead to failure. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are about 11,000...

Through emails, text messages and phone calls, scammers are targeting their victims and they're using the COVID-19 pandemic to get the job done. It's unknown how many people have been swindled, but 3 On Your Side doesn't want you to be the next victim. So, first up, be aware of the Coronavirus Test Kit Scam. It works when a scammer calls you. A rec...

Scammers claiming to be Pinal County Sheriff deputies have once again been placing fake calls to residents, demanding payment for missed jury duty. This time, they were able to obtain and use a woman's credit card information, but thankfully it was quickly flagged as fraud.The Pinal County Sheriff's Office will never call you to notify you tha...

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Corporation Commission continues to alert investors to be on guard against an anticipated surge of fraudulent investment schemes. "In these extraordinary times, the health and welfare of all must be our foremost concern, and that includes our financial health. The primary focus of the Securities D...

This tax season, officials are warning consumers to protect themselves from the IRS imposter scam and the W-2 phishing scam. Both can happen to anyone in any workplace - even the Arizona Attorney General's Office. "This literally happened to me at our office just a couple of weeks ago," Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich told 3 On Your Side. "S...

While many are celebrating with friends, family, and neighbors, it's important to ensure your safety this holiday season.  The Pinal County Sheriff's Office would like you to consider consider the following tips: Let a trustworthy neighbor know if you're heading out of town so they can keep an eye out for anything suspicious. As...

After three bomb threats in the last week and a half at Mammoth-San Manuel PK-12, the series of hoaxes show a disheartening trend. First, a threat was found written in a bathroom. The second, made on social media. And on Monday, the third was also found written in a bathroom.While all three threats have been found not to be credible, PCSO takes all...

Cooler temperatures are predicted.  When the heater comes on particles/ rapid temp changes/ or dust can cause a rude awakening.  Here are a few tips from our local Rural Metro Fire Department. Change your alarm batteriesTest alarms (alarms over 10 yrs old should be replaced)Clean out alarms with compressed air or a vacuum**...

Having a plan for an emergency is crucial to being prepared. An emergency doesn’t have to be a natural disaster.

The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn everyone about a scam.

From windshield wipers to taillights, certain car checks are critical as we enter the monsoon season. Below you will find the most important steps drivers can take to protect their cars and stay safe during our wild weather season.

Using the phone application “FaceApp” has blown up on social media over the past week. But experts are warning that the fun of instantly aging a person’s photo can come with a catch.

While the monsoon season officially stared a couple of weeks ago, storms can develop at any time.