Over the past several weeks, the City’s Director of Public Safety Terry Garrett has worked closely with Rockwall County health officials, partner agencies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor the Ebola virus situation. Here is the latest update from the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management regarding low-risk individuals being […]
In the interest of public health and awareness, it has been brought to the attention of Rockwall County health officials and partner agencies that there are five residents of the county being monitored for the Ebola virus. The Texas Department of State Health Services does not release information as to the identity or address of […]
It was a great National Night Out in Antigua Bay, where the Homeowner’s Association coordinated a celebration full of fun, food and festivities for neighbors of all ages to enjoy. The Heath Department of Public Safety officers participated, bringing out a fire truck and police car for children to explore. Officers also passed out safety-related […]
Triathletes from all over the world will travel to Heath and Rockwall in October to race in the U.S. Open, the largest triathlon event in the D/FW area. They will swim 1500 meters in Lake Ray Hubbard, bike 24.8 miles and run 6.2 miles. A segment of the bike route will come through Heath. Cyclists […]
As the temperatures soar, Heath DPS reminds us that even great parents can forget a child in the back seat. And caregivers who aren’t used to driving kids are especially likely to forget. A change in a caregiver’s normal routine is another risk factor. Unfortunately, heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among […]
An improved water system with the addition of the new northern water tower and upgraded delivery infrastructure has contributed to an improvement in the City’s insurance ratings. As a result, residents and local businesses are advised to contact the insurance providers for a possible savings in their premiums. “The City of Heath has been notified […]
Heath DPS has received reports from citizens regarding a phone scam. The caller will identify themselves as a Sheriff’s Deputy or Police Officer. The caller then tells the citizen that they have failed to show for a jury summons and they will need to pay a fine or be arrested. The caller directs the citizen […]
The Heath Department of Public Safety has entered a Walking Team in Carry the Load, an event that brings meaning to Memorial Day by honoring the sacrifices made by members of the military, law enforcement officers, firefighters and their families. Carry The Load’s National Relay Team will leave West Point, cross the country, and come […]
On Wednesday, February 26, 2014, from approximately 1:00-5:00 p.m., Heath DPS will be participating in an emergency mock drill in conjunction with Rockwall ISD and the Public Safety Departments and governmental entities in Rockwall County. The full scale emergency exercise will take place at Utley Middle School. The full scale exercise will consist of a […]
Published by Andrew Scoggin Neighborsgo Arrests made by Heath police fell nearly a third in 2013 from a year earlier, according to a Heath Department of Public Safety report. Total arrests dropped from 168 to 114. Juvenile arrests, which made up a majority made by Heath police, fell 44 percent from a year earlier. Total […]
