On my website there is a tab for home security. Here are a few ideas that you may find helpful. If you have any new safety ideas, please send them to me.
General home safety tips:
I strongly encourage you to "toughen the target" by adding and regularly using a home alarm system.
Plan fire escape routes and practice going to a definate meeting location in front of the house.
Young children try to hide from fire. Teach them to run away and yell "Fire!"
When you see suspicious activity; do not watch the drama unfold. Call the police to investigate BEFORE the culprits drive away!!
Keep phone numbers of neighbors with you at work, school. or when you travel.
Post emergency contact numbers on your refrigerator. If fire or police respond to your empty house they need to contact someone.
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