McDermott Jr: Talk To Your Children About Cell Phone Use

mcdermott-in-officeHammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. is asking parents to talk with their children about safe and smart cell phone safety.

With the increasing number of children using cell phones, especially under 12, it is imperative they know when and where to use their phones. When used appropriately, a cell phone keeps kids in touch with you and the people they care about. When used in the wrong way, it can be a distraction or even a hazard.

For example, we all know not to carry a large amount of cash in our hands while walking, biking, or skateboarding in public. Yet, we have no problem talking on our $500 cell phones while doing these same activities. By doing so, we make ourselves vulnerable to our surroundings and anyone wishing to do us hard.

"It is not my intention to scare anybody, but to make them aware of the vulnerability of our children with cell phones in public", state Mayor McDermott. "Staying focused on one acticity at a time can help leep them safe."