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Summer Safety At Home

All summer long people are outdoors working on projects like lawn care, hosting barbecues or relaxing by a pool. It can be easy to forget to close a door or window, but if they are left open it creates an easy opportunity for a burglar. Garage doors, in particular, are regularly used by criminals to gain access to a home during the warmer months. People go outside to do yard work and forget to close the garage door.m Criminals may steal items from the garage itself, which usually contains tools and other valuable belongings, or use it as an easy way to get into your home. Once inside, the law breaker can grab an armful of things quickly, and run off without ever being noticed. Read more »

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Self defense products

There are several self defense products you can purchase for your own personal protection. You will need to make sure they approved to bring on your flight within the checked-in luggage, and that they are legal in the state or country you are visiting. One product that may be taken most anywhere is a personal alarm. It is a small security device that produces an ear splitting howl when activated. Use one when you are in danger or in need of immediate attention. When the alarm sounds, everyone within a few block radius will hear it and look in your direction. Read more »

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Be Careful Where You Go

You probably know that there are some parts of your town that are not the safest places to be, especially after dark. The same holds true for any city, state or country you visit. Keep away from areas that are recognized as “danger zones” and always be on the lookout for criminals wherever you are. Tourists are one of the most regular targets of muggers, robbers and thieves, because they are often too occupied to pay attention to their surroundings. While you are on vacation, always stay alert and mindful of the fact that predators may be watching you. Don’t let a criminal catch you by surprise!

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Stay Safe While At Home

During the summer young children may be home alone for a few hours while parents are working. Before this happens, make sure they know how to call you and the police in case they need help. Leave a copy of the emergency numbers list by your primary phone, and show each child exactly where it is.Tell your children not to answer the phone if no one else is home, but if they do they should know that it is never okay to tell a stranger that they are home alone. The same holds true when someone knocks on the door. Children should not answer at all, but if they do they must never admit that no adults are present. Read more »

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