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Kinlaw said heat-related calls rise during summer and urged people to stay hydrated: \"That's one of the biggest, EMS needs we see during the summer.\" He warned about rip currents and advised swimming parallel to shore to escape a rip current.

On celebrations and fireworks, Kinlaw summarized state rules and cautioned against high-powered pyrotechnics on beaches. \"If it leaves the ground, it's probably illegal in the state of North Carolina,\" he said, and encouraged people to use only legal retail fireworks and to exercise care even with items that seem benign, such as sparklers.

Kinlaw also urged boaters to obey life jacket and alcohol rules and asked residents to prepare for hurricane season: \"It's coming whether we want it or not. So let's be prepared. Ensure you have a plan to evacuate if needed. Ensure you have a plan to develop a kit.\" He recommended signing up for the county alert system, Alert Onslow, and checking insurance coverage, including flood insurance: \"If you need flood insurance, make sure you get that. Because when FEMA comes to town, they're only delivering pennies on the dollar compared to what your insurance company does.\"

He closed by asking residents to stay tuned to media and smartphone alerts and to be good neighbors during the season so emergency services can focus on those in greatest need.

Ending note: Kinlaw directed listeners to the county website and the Alert Onslow sign-up for official weather and emergency updates.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Onslow County Today - June 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Bradley Kinlaw, director of Onslow County Emergency Services, recommended hydration, attention to rip currents and boating safety, cautioned against illegal fireworks, and urged residents to sign up for Alert Onslow and check insurance before hurricane season.","taxTitle","Onslow County, North Carolina","taxId",4261,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6641795,"Onslow County schedules World Elder Abuse Awareness Day program June 26",503,711000,1214000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3633219-302da9ead2ec622609c5d515a79f56b4&start=711&end=1214","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3633219-302da9ead2ec622609c5d515a79f56b4/thumbnail_711000.jpg","/articles/6641795/Onslow-County/North-Carolina/Onslow-County-schedules-World-Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Day-program-June-26","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6641795-e15c3322fe9e7ef7b57e52f4cdbc6e6c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771140833&Signature=CXZEzAfVAWPUFT3yMnLWGrvCdthERNPYjyKlaliYWqN~ZcirKb9raYQka7gzRwHoSYsUqYSWfATm~fZCaEFYTiA0fOMwMSo0wEk9OADn83itUVClWEeXcheeyDCfcVTw3zqIWf1MJ~4T9v7DrBtqJrYAkesnM7-2zAIDed~9LZLzBjLcjao20QVIpzmdNC-wuTYNSCOuL1Z3vbk6IADA7dzBQyAGAeyKLYqMzvu8W4VKKcGew2W5hQhRDgf3CnjmzvJXeJnVFqB3~-zXSY~DhITNwhKW8fdyzXV2K8aDSwxzwj7Tg2tDMhlXsuyXUxu7cxltFaSGTS-3Suel8OfN~Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Jeffrey Brown, deputy director of the Onslow County Department of Social Services, said the county will observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Thursday, June 26 at the Government Center in Jacksonville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

\"It is June 26,\" Brown said. He described a program of speakers and resources intended to raise awareness of elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation.

Brown named expected participants and activities. He said \"Senator Lozara is going to be there as our keynote speaker,\" and that Onslow County District Attorney Ernie Lee, Sheriff Thomas and Onslow County Chairman Foster also planned remarks. He said the Clowdr Group, a documentary film company from California that has been producing short films about elder abuse and adult protective services, will screen films and host talk-back sessions.

Brown described financial exploitation as a growing, large-scale problem and urged community members to check on older neighbors. \"If you know an elder person here in Onslow County, check-in on them. Go say hello. Spend some time with them,\" he said, adding loneliness and isolation can increase vulnerability to scams and fraud.

Brown directed listeners to the Onslow County website for details on the Department of Social Services and Adult Protective Services. He said vendors, information tables and food trucks will be at the June 26 event, and that attendees can expect resource materials and door prizes.

Ending note: The county recommended that residents who want to help or learn more visit the Onslow County Department of Social Services page for event information and resources.","Jeffrey Brown, deputy director of Onslow County Department of Social Services, said the county will host a World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observance on Thursday, June 26, at the Government Center in Jacksonville featuring statewide and local leaders and documentary screenings.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6641800,"Onslow County outlines beach-access rules, amenities and protections for sea turtles",642,62000,704000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3633219-302da9ead2ec622609c5d515a79f56b4&start=62&end=704","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3633219-302da9ead2ec622609c5d515a79f56b4/thumbnail_62000.jpg","/articles/6641800/Onslow-County/North-Carolina/Onslow-County-outlines-beach-access-rules-amenities-and-protections-for-sea-turtles","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6641800-9aca38d969a4ae4130a9ce93c45d203b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771140833&Signature=XOEAHhlfu6YAA7YOmv8PkewD4268s8RuV8BhEkORh-Gl8pJF3sUgutTZjpIHHfVQusL4-UUw7tMXNzwdwaNwQjPszRaYTkeUZb0GwVGcv2Hg2sfrrh-bSRt0J8f2X8i6Rs13E1Zm1gr5poDR4gon~~BeriOEZN-OLGSYDKr59yetC2uMwQm7uun1PU52ugprkhiAQW4g6Ep-2kQTdfZtuPO6YZPoTijr6ul0mI1j-9efrsdh6BWIzcL7p9apvme1smX95TqrS3-bSl67Qqub9XMxMDHEPO0v1Zj6RKuLfCr8M1MR5r8~aq5-sM65nQJd8qrzKWNK9M~jrktYkSiTuQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Tim Johnson, Onslow County parks operations supervisor, told viewers the county operates three beach accesses on Topsail Island and provides free daytime parking at those sites.

\"Actually, actual accesses, we operate 3,\" Johnson said. He added that the county’s summer gate hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and stressed that there is no overnight parking: \"No overnight parking. The summertime hours, the gates close at 08:00, and your car will be locked in if it's still here.\"

Johnson described site amenities and operators. All three beach accesses have restrooms; two — identified in the interview as VA 4 and the southern VA 2 — also host concession stands \"run by contractors,\" he said, so hours vary by operator. He noted nearby parking on the opposite side of one road belongs to North Topsail Beach Town Park and is paid parking, while the county side remains free.

County rules and common-sense practices for visitors were a focus. Johnson said alcohol and glass are prohibited on the county’s beach accesses and asked visitors to remove their trash: \"No alcohol on any of our beach accesses. No glass. Please keep the glass off the beach.\" He also urged people to refill holes they dig, because \"it also is turtle nesting season,\" and warned that disturbing a sea turtle or a nest can carry fines: \"If you see a sea turtle, please don't mess with it.\"

On pets, Johnson said local town rules require dogs to be leashed and that county policy limits leashes to no longer than 6 feet: \"The county policy is no longer than 6 feet.\" He added that visitors should clean up after animals and keep pets from bothering other people.

Johnson also summarized inland park offerings and similar expectations. Stump Sound Park, he said, is about 10 minutes from the beach and includes two short hiking trails, baseball fields and playgrounds; he noted that all county parks have free entry and free parking.

For more information, Johnson directed listeners to the Onslow County website and the parks pages, where schedules, announcements about public meetings and planned park improvements will be posted.

Ending note: Visitors are advised to observe posted rules, secure trash in windy conditions, respect nesting turtles and check the county website for updates on hours and events.","Onslow County Parks Operations Supervisor Tim Johnson said the county operates three beach accesses on Topsail Island, offers free daytime parking, and enforces seasonal rules designed to protect visitors and wildlife, including sea turtle nests.","actionData","errors"]

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