The Johnston Public Library is partnering with Polk County Health and the Talk It Up, Lock It Up Gun Safety Campaign.
Did you know that in Polk County:
- Gun injuries are one of the leading causes of death for children and young adults
- One in three homes has a gun
- 45% of gun-related deaths occurred at home
- 66% of suicides are attributed to gun injuries
- Youth and young adults in Polk County are suffering from higher rates of depression and anxiety – putting them at a higher risk of suicide.
- Talking with friends and family members about storing guns locked and unloaded at home and in vehicles helps prevent gun-related injuries and deaths.
Free gun locks are available for pick up at the Polk County Health Department, Johnston Police Department, and the Johnston Public Library.
*Our location has been advertised as a pickup site, so patrons may ask for a free gun lock. Please distribute them as requested by patrons. Gun locks are available behind the Circulation Desk, on top of the shred bin, in the cardboard box labeled with a Gun Safety flyer. If we run out, please let Molly know*