Authorities are warning the public about a surge in scams involving fraudulent communications that target individuals through phone calls and text messages. Scammers are impersonating officials from various organizations, including the Federal Reserve, to extract personal information under the pretense of account security issues. Additionally, fake messages claiming unpaid tolls from services like SunPass and FasTrak have been reported, prompting officials to advise recipients to disregard such messages. Police departments across multiple regions, including Evansville and the University of Tennessee, have issued alerts regarding impersonation scams. Consumers are urged to verify the legitimacy of any communication before providing personal or financial information and to remain cautious of unsolicited messages or calls.