Cape Coral Fire Department warns against new scam

CAPE CORAL, Fla. —

The Cape Coral Fire Department is warning residents of a new scam that claims to be selling T-shirts at a discounted price.

According to a post on the CCFD Facebook page, scammers have been sending text messages claiming to be the CCFD, and offering a CCFD shirt for $10 off, including a link in the text message.

The CCFD said these messages are false and are scams.

"Please remember that the Cape Coral Fire Department will never solicit or try sell you anything via text," CCFD said.

CCFD said those looking to buy something department-related can get calendars available in partnership with the Cape Coral Animal Shelter.

CCFD said the calendars can be purchased at this link, as well as at the Cape Coral Animal Shelter or CCFD Headquarters.

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