Six ways to spot fake news
Dispatcher Files Develop a critical mind set – as good as a story might be it does not mean it is true even if it sounds believable. Most fake news is written to scare or
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Substation on Fire
Dispatcher Files Just before the end of my recent day shift I received a call from one of our members who reported that the substation near their estate in the Hillcrest area had blown and
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What to do if you get lost hiking
Dispatcher Files During your hike Constantly look for landmarks that are easily identifiable. Snap photos. Not only do they make for fun memories, but these pictures will help you remember the trail if you can’t
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Maladministration, Fraud and Corruption
Dispatcher Files As we know, corruption happens in any part of the world and often takes the resources which are meant to benefit the whole nation, especially the poor, and puts it in the hands
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Theft out of Motor Vehicle
Dispatcher Files I received a call from a AAA Response member recently who reported that his vehicle had been broken into, with two laptops being stolen. I assisted him by dispatching SAPS who arrived shortly
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PREPARING FOR A HIKE – ESSENTIAL TIPS
Dispatcher Files Knowing how to prepare for a hike can make the difference between a good hike and an unforgettable one. Whether it be a day or multi-day trip, preparing for a hiking trip ahead
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Illegal Trading in Wildlife
Dispatcher Files Pangolins are actually mammals. They are the only mammals wholly covered in scales and they use those scales to protect themselves from predators in the wild. If under threat, a pangolin will immediately
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Tips to avoid being a victim of a cash robbery
Dispatcher Files If you need to pay accounts, consider options that are lower risk instead of withdrawing large sums of cash from the bank. Apply the following tips to avoid being a victim: Carry as
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Cloned Plates
Dispatcher Files It is estimated that one in five vehicle number plates in Gauteng are cloned, according to a report by Carte Blanche, with over 350 variations of legal plates allowed in South Africa. These
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