Seasonal Safety

Cold Weather Safety

During the winter months, it is important to be practice additional safety precautions in your home and while driving a vehicle.

• Make sure heat is left on and set no lower than 55 degrees
• Keep a blanket in your car
• Never leave your car left unattended when warming up

Thefts During Winter

Burglary is a Crime of Opportunity

• Burglars aim for the easiest targets.
• Thieves generally enter through an unlocked door or window.
• Most burglars will give up and move on if they cannot get in quickly.
• Most auto burglaries occur when valuable items are visible.
• Most thieves will pass over vehicles without valuable items in view.

Additional Winter Safety Tips

• Do not leave space heaters running when you are not home.
• Place towels and blankets near door cracks.
• Keep flashlights in common areas.