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Special event applications now being accepted in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 9:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Without special events or the ability for large groups to gather in South Lake Tahoe due to the pandemic, a move by City Council Tuesday allows things to get closer to normal.
The Council voted unanimously to have staff proceed with accepting event applications and issue special event permits in accordance with current California Department of Public Health (CDPH) guidelines. The City's Parks and Recreation Director Lauren Thomaselli told Council she has been fielding a lot of inquires for events.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 5:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 20 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 7 in El Dorado Hills, 2 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 4 in Greater Placerville, 2 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 5 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 96.
City Council hears five-year road plan for South Lake Tahoe - approves $3.7M for first year
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 2:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Driving on roads in Anytown, USA will uncover potholes and roads in need of repair, especially after wet winters. In South Lake Tahoe, locals know first hand the condition of many roads in the community but help is on the way! The Council unanimously approved projects for 2021.
Teacher Appreciation Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 12:12pm
It is indisputable that kindness as human virtue is in too short supply and too little used these days. Sometimes we wonder how we can heal our seemingly insurmountable divides. Let me posit a single word: Kindness.
NDOT begins two year project at Incline Village and on Mt. Rose Highway
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 9:41am
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is launching a two-year project to repave and enhance two mountain highways in the Lake Tahoe area. As part of the projects, commercial truck restrictions and roadway shoulder closures will begin on Mt. Rose Highway (State Route 431) May 3 .
Lake Tahoe Earth Week - Climate Action Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 5:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Lake Tahoe Earth Week is from April 19 - 23, 2021. This year's daily challenges continue with Climate Action Tuesday. In Tahoe, we are seeing the effects of global climate change firsthand with increased wildfire frequency and intensity and reduced snowpack. Ever wonder how your actions impact our changing climate? Celebrate Earth Week by completing these easy activities to reduce your carbon footprint.
Unique sponsorship at Douglas County Senior Center - Family restroom naming rights
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 5:00am
The Douglas County Community Services Foundation (DCCSF) has created a fun and humorous fundraising program over the past three years to help provide funding for the Douglas County Senior Center. A naming rights sponsorship for the two family restrooms in the Senior Center has been initiated with signage prominently displaying a lucky recipient’s name over the bathroom doors. What better way to honor someone or some organization, than to have their name showcased for a year above these much-used doors.
Lake Tahoe agencies celebrate certification of proposed forest management program
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 6:36pm
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has certified the Tahoe Program Timberland Environmental Impact Report (Tahoe PTEIR) and approved the proposed forest management program.
This important program will support an increase in the pace and scale of forest management and fuels reduction on the California side of the Tahoe Basin.
Learn about California's upcoming redistricting; El Dorado County should see big boundary shifts
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 5:49pm
Event Date:
April 20, 2021 - 2:00pm
After the results of the 2020 Census are released, California's political boundaries will change in many areas as a result of population shifts. El Dorado County's five districts will see some change, most likely with District 5 that contains Meyers and South lake Tahoe growing in geographic size due to a large increase in population on the western boundary.
Join the California Citizens Redistricting Commission on Tuesday, April 20 for a Redistricting Basics presentation to learn about redistricting, why it is important, how it affects you and how to participate in the process.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 4:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 58 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since Friday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 12 in El Dorado Hills, 1 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 8 in North County, 9 in Greater Placerville, 12 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 14 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 2. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 96.
El Dorado County Planning Commission to hear appeal on Meyers cannabis business
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 10:50am
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Planning Commission will hold a hearing on Thursday to consider two separate appeals to the County's earlier decision to award the single Meyers cannabis permit to Embarc Meyers LLC.
Kudos: Virtual Drug Store Project in 2021, video now available
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 8:26am
It is with great pleasure that I announce the completion of The Drug Store Project 2021-Video Production!
City of South Lake Tahoe to vaccine 1500 residents in two-day clinic
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 8:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe is hosting its second two-day vaccination clinic at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center. People with appointments drove through on Sunday, April 18 and the next group is going through on the 19th. In total, 1,500 members of the community will receive a vaccine during the clinic.
Chance of rain mid-week in an otherwise sunny forecast for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 7:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dry and warm spring conditions continue into Monday as high pressure moves east. A low pressure system will then drop into the area Tuesday and Wednesday with cooler temperatures, increased winds and chances for showers and upper elevation snow (yes, that word again). A few thunderstorms are also possible according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. Drier and warmer conditions return later in the week with wetter conditions possible late next weekend.
The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from NWS Reno:
Friends of the Library temporarily suspends donations of books
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 1:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - While the South Lake Tahoe Friends of the Library appreciate book donations from the community they cannot accept them at this time. The group of volunteers is unable to process and store books as spaces used for storage and offices undergo mitigation.
The public spaces in the library are open and well ventilated and all services are available, but please do not bring in book donations as staff cannot accept them. Enjoy browsing their excellent collection and be especially kind to their talented and hard-working staff whose work space has been relocated.
Free community firewood permits available from California Tahoe Conservancy
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 10:59am
The California Tahoe Conservancy is currently offering free firewood-gathering permits through its Community Firewood Program. Cut wood is available at many different locations where trees have been cut on its properties to reduce fire risk and improve forest health.
Currently there are sites in Meyers are South Lake Tahoe.
Fuelwood is collected on a first come first serve basis. Once a permit is issued there is no guarantee that fuelwood remains on the sites listed on the map. The map is updated all season long with new locations.
Road Beat: 2021 Genesis GV80 is an affordable luxury land yacht
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 10:31am
Affordable is relative, but with luxury SUVs reaching up to and over $100,000, Genesis is here to steal the market with the sensationally good GV80.
Azul Latin Kitchen raises $11,000 for Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/18/2021 - 9:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even during a pandemic, Azul Latin Kitchen in South Lake Tahoe was able to continue its annual fundraising efforts for local nonprofits. In 2020, the popular restaurant in the Heavenly Village raised $11,000 for Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care.
Typically Azul hosts a fall fundraising party at the restaurant in December but with COVID 19 the annual event was canceled. The donation was largely in part to donations made from patrons who dined at the restaurant, and a partnership with Tahoe Blue Vodka.
Douglas County Commissioners approve reopening plan
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/17/2021 - 2:16pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - They don't agree with Gov. Sisolak's handling of the pandemic, nor rules about masks and businesses, but the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners approved a COVID-19 reopening plan during their meeting April 15, 2021.
Roadwork scheduled around Lake Tahoe for week of 4/18 - 4/24/21
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/17/2021 - 12:35pm
Several different agencies have roadwork projects around the Lake Tahoe Basin from spring to fall. Each week we publish projects planned by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the County of El Dorado and the City of South Lake Tahoe. Until May, road work in the Lake Tahoe area will be limited.
NDOT - Lake Tahoe and Douglas County
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Gov. Newsom signs SB-85 which provides $536 million for wildfire and forest resiliency
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/17/2021 - 12:08pm
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday signed into law SB 85, a $536 million wildfire and forest resiliency budget package in hopes of helping California prepare for another dry wildfire season from the southern to northern reaches of the state. It will help fund fire resilience efforts including fuel breaks, forest health projects, and home hardening across the state. Some of those funds will be headed to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 9:13pm
El Dorado County information is updated with their dashboard back in operation.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 31 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 9 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 4 in North County, 5 in Greater Placerville, 5 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County, 7 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 94.
Reno man arrested after alleged sex crimes against a child in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 5:32pm
A Reno man has been arrested by the Washoe County Regional Crime Suppression Unit on a felony fugitive warrant out of El Dorado County for an alleged crime that took place in South Lake Tahoe several years ago.
Rex Escolano Bernat, 42-years-old, was arrested April 15, 2021. He faces a charge of Lewd and Lascivious Acts with a Child Under 14.
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detectives are seeking information from the public after Bernat's arrest in case there are other victims in the Reno area.
Digital Drama Awareness Week in South Lake Tahoe: Keep children safe online
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 2:42pm
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is focusing on youth cyber-bullying this week during "Digital Drama Awareness Week" April 12-16, 2021.
Conservancy set to demolish old South Lake Tahoe building and restore the land
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 1:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy will be demolishing the old Tahoe Urgent Care building at the corner of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and 4th Street once acquisition of the property is complete. The .48-acre parcel sits on environmentally sensitive land that is subject to frequent flooding.
Once the transaction is complete the demolition and stabilization process will begin. Work will be completed in the 2021 building season.
More openings available at South Lake Tahoe vaccine clinic
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 11:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - More appointments have opened up in the City of South Lake Tahoe/El Dorado County vaccination clinic on April 18-19. The Moderna vaccine will be offered.
The clinic will take place at the South Tahoe Recreation Center at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
The vaccinations are open for all residents age 18 or older. The state has opened vaccine eligibility for those 16 and older but Moderna has only been approved for adlts.
To get a vaccine you must make an appointment. To sign up go to the links below:
Kudos: Tahoe Youth and Family thanks community for successful Minutes for Recovery
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 10:30am
The month of March seemed to fly by. Many of our participants for this event were also flying by racking up hundreds of minutes of activity. It is with much appreciation I want to thank all our participants who braved these crazy times and participated in this month’s Minutes for Recovery Event. You did not let any challenge get in your way of being active You turned all challenges into motivation and moved forward knowing both your physical and mental health would be better for participating.
Zephyr Cove Tennis Club offers series of camps and free youth tennis clinic
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 7:31am
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. – Zephyr Cove Tennis Club is offering area youth the opportunity to learn new tennis skills for free on May 15, 2021 and for those wanting more instruction, a series of paid camps is available.
Column: Getting serious about transportation
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 7:16am
Lake Tahoe’s transportation system and roadways need a transformation. On peak days, the region faces metropolitan-scale problems on narrow mountain roads and, unlike metro areas, Tahoe can’t simply grow its way to a solution with bigger highways and intersections. With the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) bringing a new regional transportation plan to the Governing Board this month, the opportunity is now.
Tahoe Prosperity Center dismissed from cell tower lawsuit
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/16/2021 - 7:09am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Prosperity Center (TPC) was dismissed, with prejudice, from the lawsuit brought against the nonprofit, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), Verizon and others to stop a cell tower from being added in South Lake Tahoe.
Digital Drama Awareness Week in South Lake Tahoe: What should parents do?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 5:51pm
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is focusing on youth cyber-bullying this week during "Digital Drama Awareness Week" April 12-16, 2021.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 4:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A resident of the Lake Tahoe area has died from COVID-19 El Dorado County is reporting 11 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 1 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 1 in El Dorado Hills, 2 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 0 in North County, 5 in Greater Placerville, 0 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County 2 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 93.
Fundraising underway for Tallac Hotshot battling cancer
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 12:43pm
Charlie Jones, a captain of the Tallac Hotshots, has been diagnosed with cancer after a tumor was found during his first ever colonoscopy.
As the sole income earner for the family, he spends the majority of each summer and wildfire season away from home and on the fire line. He's the father of two young children and husband to his wife Holly.
Elevated Scavenger Dash
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 12:39pm
Event Date:
May 15, 2021 (All day) Elevated Fitness is hosting their annual Elevated Fitness Charity Scavenger Dash to benefit Humane Society Truckee-Tahoe. The Scavenger Dash is an exciting outdoor foot and bike race where participants work in teams to solve clues, find hidden objects, and perform fun activities in and around South Lake Tahoe. Top teams win prize bags filled with gifts from local businesses, including clothing, gift certificates, and a membership to Elevated Fitness. All proceeds benefit HSTT.
Location
Elevated Fitness
4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd #8
United States
See map: Google Maps
Elevated Doggy Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 12:31pm
Event Date:
May 8, 2021 (All day) Elevated Fitness is hosting Elevated Doggy Day, at the Crescent V Shopping Center to benefit Humane Society Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) and help homeless animals right here in Tahoe. Doggy Day will be a day of fun for Tahoe dogs and their humans, with a costume contest, giveaways, doggy booths from local businesses, and a photo booth for a lasting memory of your adorable pooch all dressed up for the occasion. Masks encouraged for humans, optional for doggies.
Location
Elevated Fitness
4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd #8
United States
See map: Google Maps
Sexual Assault Awareness Month: We can all choose to step in
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:24am
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Live Violence Free (LVF) is dedicated to supporting and empowering survivors and providing prevention and education throughout the community.
New urgent care facility in South Lake Tahoe offers daily services
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 9:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dr. Steven Leman, a long-time physician on the South Shore, has opened Quick Care Tahoe to fill a need for immediate, appointment-less care after the closing of Tahoe Urgent Care and retirement of Dr. Henning Mehrens.
Located near the "Y" in South Lake Tahoe, Quick Care Tahoe offers medical access seven days/week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. without the need for appointments. It is privately owned by Dr. Leman and his partners Sean Bishop and Jonathan Raymond.
South Shore Community Cleanup planned during Earth Week in Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/15/2021 - 7:41am
Event Date:
April 22, 2021 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The League to Save Lake Tahoe will host a community litter cleanup event on the South Shore to celebrate Earth Day on Thursday, April 22. Help "Keep Tahoe Blue" by participating in the kick off of Trash-Free Thursday, one of a week-long series of themed days to ring in #EarthWeekTahoe. The 9:00 a.m. to noon event is open to everyone, but to ensure the health and safety of all involved, participation in the cleanup is by RSVP only.
Search and Rescue team from South Lake Tahoe rescues stranded hiker and her dog
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 6:53pm
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (SAR) team from South Lake Tahoe responded to a call of a stranded hiker and her dog, Marley. The hiker had become disorientated and lost while hiking out of the Desolation Wilderness. As they attempted to descend the mountain from the Horsetail Falls and Pyramid Creek area they became stranded in steep, rocky terrain according to the sheriff's office.
Both the hiker and Marley had minor injuries from that descent.
Digital Drama Awareness Week in South Lake Tahoe: Is your child the cyber bully?
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 5:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is focusing on youth cyber-bullying this week during "Digital Drama Awareness Week" April 12-16, 2021.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 4:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 15 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 4 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 1 in North County, 7 in Greater Placerville, 4 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County -1 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: 0. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 93.
Bear cubs Eloise and Lucinda taken to new home in the wild; Six cubs remain at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 3:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two of the bears who spent the winter at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) center have left and heading to their new home. There are six cubs left, all waiting for their release dates which are provided by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW).
All eight cubs have undergone amazing transformations since first arriving, some almost one year ago. They all arrived under different circumstances - burns, injuries, or they were separated from their mothers at a very young age.
South Lake Tahoe locals and visitors encouraged to ditch the car for Earth Day
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 11:54am
With "Restore our Earth" as the official them for 2021 Earth Day, residents and visitors to South Lake Tahoe are being encouraged to use sustainable transit options. Getting out of our scars improves air and water quality and improves physical and community health.
Over $175,000 distributed to 28 groups through El Dorado Community Foundation grants
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:14am
The El Dorado Community Foundation has announced the 2021 Endow El Dorado grant recipients. Due to the unique circumstances surrounding the pandemic, the decision was made to allocate some of the grant funding to pandemic response in addition to the usual categories Social Services, Community Mental health, & Youth. In total, a little over $175,000 is being distributed to 28 different organizations throughout El Dorado County.
PANDEMIC RESPONSE Recipients
South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center - LatinX Pandemic Food Insecurity South Lake Tahoe - $10,000
Sugar Pine Foundation offers several spring plantings around Lake Tahoe and Reno
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:00am
Join the Sugar Pine Foundation this spring at several different planting locations. The public is invited to pick up seedlings or plant with the group. Space is very limited and reservation is needed. Email maria@sugarpinefoundation.org or call 650-814-9565 to make sure they haven't exceeded capacity for the planting/s you want to join.
Reno Planting: Sunday, April 18
10am-1pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 8:23am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Last Week's Log: http://southtahoenow.com/story/04/05/2021/el-dorado-county-sheriffs-report
Added to last week's log:
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Governor Sisolak clearing the way for Nevada to reopen 100% by June 1
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/13/2021 - 10:01pm
CARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday his goal to have all Nevada counties open to 100 percent capacity by June 1.
In an effort to help meet that goal, the Governor also announced that the statewide social distancing mandate will be removed on May 1 and that decisions on social distancing will transition to local authority in accordance with the Roadmap to Recovery timeline that was previously announced.
COVID-19 case update for Lake Tahoe area counties
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/13/2021 - 5:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is reporting 21 more residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday: 0 from Pollock Pines/Camino/Kyburz, 10 in El Dorado Hills, 0 in Diamond Springs/El Dorado, 2 in North County, 1 in Greater Placerville, 4 in Cameron Park/Shingle Springs/Rescue, 0 in South County 5 in Lake Tahoe region. Awaiting address confirmation from today's count: -1. Total now awaiting address confirmation: 93.
South Lake Tahoe Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 24
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/13/2021 - 2:13pm
Event Date:
April 24, 2021 - 10:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is on Saturday, April 24. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department along with TASK, will be at Safeway from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to take in all medication for disposal.
Digital Drama Awareness Week in South Lake Tahoe: Are you a victim?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/13/2021 - 1:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is focusing on youth cyber-bullying this week during "Digital Drama Awareness Week" April 12-16, 2021.
For the first day we highlighting the definition of Digital Drama and Cyber Bullying. (See Here) and today we look at the victim and steps they should take if found in this situation.
