The Oswego County Prevention Coalition (OCPC) recently announced the distribution of free cannabis lock-bags to residents of Oswego County.
The lock bags are designed to offer Oswego County residents a safe way of storing their legal cannabis products to prevent them from being accessed by children.
This initiative is made possible through a grant from the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Support (OASAS), as part of the OCPC’s adult use cannabis grant.
With the legalization of cannabis in New York state in 2021 as well as the inevitable opening of dispensaries within Oswego County, there’s a growing concern about accidental ingestion, particularly among children.
In 2019, the Upstate New York Poison Center reported receiving seven calls related to accidental ingestion. In 2023, the number skyrocketed to 211.
“Ensuring the safety and well-being of our community members, especially our children, is a primary goal of the coalition,” said Travis Bulluck, community coalition manager at the Oswego County Prevention Coalition. “By providing free lock bags for cannabis storage, we aim to empower individuals to take proactive measures to prevent accidental ingestion and promote responsible cannabis use.”
To obtain your free lock bag or to receive more information about cannabis safety, please contact Travis Bulluck via email at Oswegocountyoasascoaliton@gmail.com or by phone at 315-529-0360.
In addition to the distribution of lock bags, the Oswego County Prevention Coalition encourages community members to learn more about the coalition and get involved in its efforts to promote drug-free communities in Oswego County. To learn more or to become a member, please visit www.ocpreventioncoalition.org. The coalition welcomes additional members and values community feedback as it continues its mission to create a safer and drug-free environment for all residents.