It takes the cooperation of our entire community to combat a growing problem like Meth labs. Thank you for your interest in the betterment of Rowan County and your willingness to make a different.

What owners and managers can do

1. Display Meth Watch decals in your establishment and at the entrance.
2. Use Meth Watch signage.
3. Provide customers with information about Meth Watch.
4. Limit the number of products on display, which can be used to make methamphetamines. (This will reduce theft.)
5. Limit the number of products customers may buy at one time which can be used to make methamphetamines.
6. Put products, which can be used to make methamphetamines in high-staffed areas.
7. Educate your employees.

What employees can do

1. Be aware of large quantities of products, which can be used to make methamphetamines being purchased at one time.
2. Be aware of a combination of products, which can be used to make methamphetamines being purchased at one time.
3. Keep a lookout of shoplifters.
4. Be aware of erratic behavior. People who manufacture and take methamphetamines are typically thin, glittery, paranoid and have acne.
5. DO NOT take matters into your own hands.
6. If you notice someone who you feel may fit this description or is purchasing products that make you suspect them of manufacturing methamphetamines note the following

Items to look for

The following items can be used in the manufacturing of methamphetamine.
1. Ephedrine or pseudiephedrine (cold or allergy tablets)
2. Lithium batteries
3. Acetone
4. Starter fluid
5. Drain cleaner
6. Rock or table salt
7. Lye
8. Matchbooks
9. Rubbing alcohol
10. Muriatic acid
11. Methanol
12. Iodine
13. Camping fuel
14. Sulfuric acid
15. Plastic soda bottles
16. Aluminum foil
17. Assorted glassware
18. Coffee filters

What are the risks of Meth use?
Rapid heart rate
Increase blood pressure
Damage to small blood vessels in the brain, which can lead to stroke
Chronic use can cause inflammation of the heart lining
An overdose can cause hypothermia, convulsions or death

Other names for meth
Beannies
Brown
Chalk Chicken feed
Cinnamon
Crink
Crypto
Fast
Getgo
Methlies quik
Mexican crack
Redneck cocaine
Rock
Tick tick
Wash
Yellow powder