Crime & Safety
Tuscaloosa County EMA Warns Community Of Latest Online Scam
Messages have been received by individuals informing them they have won a giveaway and to complete a registration process to receive a prize
TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is warning the public to be vigilant following the appearance of a new scam involving free weather radios.
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Tuscaloosa County EMA says messages have been received by individuals informing them that they have won a giveaway and to complete a registration process to receive a "prize."
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"Please note, if you receive this message, it's a scam," Tuscaloosa County EMA said from its Facebook page on Tuesday. There is no registration process to pick up a weather radio and we would never call it a 'prize.'"
Those with questions about any seemingly suspicious messages received from Tuscaloosa County EMA can call the agency at (205) 349-0150 for clarity.
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