Oak Hall Rescue

05/20/2026

Think before you click

🚨 SCAM OF THE WEEK 🚨

The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about an ACTIVE email scam currently circulating in Accomack County.

Be on the lookout for emails claiming to share an “important document” through Adobe Document Cloud or another file-sharing service.

⚠️ Red flags include:
• Generic wording with no specific details
• Pressure to click a “Review Document” button
• Unexpected file-sharing links
• Suspicious sender addresses or unfamiliar contacts
• Messages claiming urgency or importance without context

These scams are often designed to steal your email password or install malware on your device.

🛑 BEFORE YOU CLICK:
• Verify the sender independently
• Hover over links to inspect the destination
• Contact the person directly if you are unsure
• Never enter your password after clicking an unexpected link

If you clicked a suspicious link or entered your information:
• Change your passwords immediately
• Enable multi-factor authentication
• Report the incident to your IT department or local law enforcement

This scam may appear to come from a real person whose email account has been compromised, making it look more legitimate than it actually is.

Stay alert, slow down, and think before you click. A few seconds of caution can protect your personal information and finances.

05/19/2026

To celebrate National EMS Week, we would like to express our appreciation to our volunteers and the entire Department of Accomack County Department of Public Safety team, including all the Fie medics of AB&C shift, for their remarkable dedication and loyalty to their work.

05/07/2026

Thank you ain’t enough !!
“Behind every good Doctor is a better Nurse”!! #

05/06/2026

Get yourself in the KNOW! Come out and learn home safety tips cause it CAN happen to you.
Smoke kills not fire.

05/02/2026

It’s Hurricane Season. Hope this helps you prepare

Even the most prepared people had to begin somewhere!

Creating a go-kit for the first time and not knowing where to start can seem confusing. So we've created a list to help out. Start with personal items (think clothes or personal medication) and make your way down the list.

Once you've got your bag assembled, you can make sure others around you are doing the same.

05/01/2026

Click on the QR Code to register

🚨📱Accomack County's NEW Emergency Alert System📱🚨

Accomack County is committed to public safety, community awareness, and timely emergency response. When critical information or public service announcements are available, it is important that we reach residents as quickly and reliably as possible.

Accomack County is now using the Everbridge Emergency Notification System to alert residents about a variety of emergencies, including severe weather, fires, floods, and other urgent situations.

Residents are encouraged to register immediately to receive these alerts, even if they previously registered with the CodeRED Emergency Notification System. Registration is free, and early warnings are priceless.

Register for Everbridge now:

https://member.everbridge.net/77895137493101/login

For additional information, contact the Accomack County Emergency Management Office at 757-789-3103.

04/27/2026

From the ACSO … SCAM ALERT

🚨 SCAM OF THE WEEK 🚨

WRONG NUMBER TEXT SCAM

You receive a friendly text from someone you don’t know asking about plans or referencing a meeting. When you tell them they have the wrong number, they apologize and continue the conversation.

They may compliment you, ask where you live, and slowly try to build a connection.

This is NOT an accident.

Scammers use this method to start conversations and gain your trust. Over time, they may introduce investment opportunities, cryptocurrency trading, or other ways to get your money.

⚠️ RED FLAGS
• Claims of a “mistaken” text but keeps chatting anyway
• Overly friendly or flattering messages
• Asking personal questions like where you live
• Mentioning business or investment opportunities later

✅ HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
• Do not engage in conversation
• Do not share personal information
• Block the number immediately
• Report as spam

Remember, a real wrong number usually ends with “sorry” and nothing more.

If they keep talking, it’s likely a scam.

Stay alert, stay safe.

Accomack County Sheriff’s Office

04/26/2026

RSVP as soon as you can !!

04/07/2026

Watch out for scams.

🚨 SCAM OF THE WEEK — “Amazon Refund” Text Message 🚨
⚠️ This scam is actively circulating.

In this week’s scam, you receive a text message that appears to be from Amazon. The message claims that an item you purchased was defective, recalled, or of poor quality. It states that you are eligible for a full refund and a free replacement and provides a link to “view details” or “process your refund.”

Sounds helpful, right?

It’s not.

This is a smishing scam (text message phishing). The link in the message does not direct you to the official Amazon website. Instead, it takes you to a fake login page designed to look legitimate. If you enter your Amazon credentials, scammers immediately capture your username and password.

Once they gain access, they may:
• Make fraudulent purchases
• Steal saved payment information
• Access other accounts that share the same password

🔎 How to Protect Yourself

• Never click links in unexpected text messages
• Do not log in through links sent via text
• If you believe there is an issue with an Amazon order, open the official Amazon app or type www.amazon.com
directly into your browser
• Enable two factor authentication on your accounts
• Report suspicious texts by forwarding them to 7726 (SPAM)

🚫 Don’t click links from unknown senders — always go directly to the company’s official website by typing the address into your web browser.

Remember, if an offer seems too good to be true, it usually is. Scammers rely on urgency and the promise of “free” refunds to get you to act quickly.

If you believe you have entered your information on a fraudulent website, immediately change your passwords and monitor your financial accounts.

Stay alert, Accomack County

03/31/2026

Keep an eye your kids

🚨 PARENT WARNING — PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT Virginia Beach Police Department

"Benadryl Challenge" Know the Danger

The Virginia Beach Police Department is urging parents and guardians to be aware of a dangerous social media trend known as the "Benadryl Challenge," primarily found on platforms like TikTok.

This challenge encourages young people to take dangerous amounts of the over-the-counter drug diphenhydramine (DPH), the active ingredient found in Benadryl and similar OTC medications in an attempt to induce hallucinations.

Participants are urged to take up to 12 tablets at once. For perspective, the maximum recommended dose in a 24-hour period is:

Ages 6 to under 12: 6 tablets maximum Ages 12 and older / Adults: 12 tablets maximum

Taking more than the recommended amount can lead to:
• Nausea
• Seizures
• Death

Below are symptoms of a diphenhydramine overdose in different parts of the body.

BLADDER AND KIDNEYS

• Inability to urinate

EYES, EARS, NOSE, MOUTH, AND THROAT

• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Enlarged pupils
• Very dry eyes
• Ringing in the ears

HEART AND BLOOD VESSELS

• Low blood pressure
• Rapid heartbeat

NERVOUS SYSTEM

• Agitation
• Confusion
• Seizures
• Delirium
• Depression
• Drowsiness
• Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there)
• Increased sleepiness
• Nervousness
• Tremor
• Unsteadiness

SKIN
• Dry, red skin

STOMACH AND INTESTINES

• Nausea
• Vomiting

If you come across an individual experiencing these symptoms, take appropriate action and call 911 to request emergency rescue immediately.

Please talk to your children about the dangers of social media challenges. Share this post to help keep our community safe.