DANRIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — A QR code on a flyer caught the attention of viewers recently, with many wondering if the code was real or fake.

The flyer was sent by the Jefferson County Rescue Squad, which just started its semi-annual fundraising campaign. Several viewers wondered about the QR code on the flyer. They asked if it was secure, and they wanted us to check. We did, and we can say that the code is real. It takes you directly to a legitimate pay site.

But what do you look for to know if something is legitimate or not?

David Hubbard and J. Ray Walker inspect the Jefferson County Rescue Squad's equipment regularly. All of their gear must be in working order without fail. The squad responded to over 1,200 calls last year. In their inventory are different types of rescue boats kept ins

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