Virus message when opening Safari

On my IMac (a 2006 model) I get a message that states I have a virus and should call an 855 number to get help in fixing the virus.  I am also now unable to open Safari. Is this a scam and what should I do? 

Force Quit .
Press command + option + esc keys together at the same time. Wait.
When Force Quit window appears, select  Safari if not already.
Press Force Quit button at the bottom of the window.   Wait.
Safari will quit.
Relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.
Turn off Wifi. Click Wifi icon in the menu bar and select “Turn Wifi off”.
Visit another website.
You won’t have internet connection.
Turn on Wifi. Click Wifi icon in the menu bar and select “Turn Wifi on”.
Select your Network.

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