Have a happy and safe holiday season!
With this joyous season quickly approaching, we would like to offer everyone some tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
This is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the holidays with your family friends, and loved ones. From all of us at the National Supreme Council, we’d like to extend a safe and happy holiday season to each and every one of you.
With this joyous season quickly approaching, we would like to offer everyone some tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
- Avoid driving alone or at night
- Keep all car doors locked and windows closed while in or out of your car
- Park in a well-lighted area
- Avoid parking next to vans, trucks with camper shells, or cars with tinted windows
- Never leave your car unoccupied with the engine running or with children or pets inside
- Do not leave packages or valuables on the seat or in plain view in your car.
- This creates a temptation for thieves. If you must, secure them in the trunk out of sight
- When approaching or leaving your car be aware of your surroundings
- Avoid carrying large amounts of cash
- Keep cash in your front pocket if possible
- Avoid overloading yourself with packages so you can have a clear view of your surroundings
- Keep children close to you at all times
- Never allow children to go to the car alone
- Having packages delivered to your home, arrange for the delivery man to place it somewhere out of sight.
- If leaving home for an extended time, have a neighbor or family member watch your home
- Indoor and outdoor lights should be on a random timer
- Large displays of holiday gifts should not be visible through the windows or doors of your home
- Be aware that criminals sometimes pose as utility workers. Make sure and ask for identification before opening your door
- Hosting a party? Try and arrange for a designated driver
- Attending a party? Arrange for a designated driver
- Remember only time will eliminate the alcohol from your body
- Know what your limit is
- Never drink and drive
This is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the holidays with your family friends, and loved ones. From all of us at the National Supreme Council, we’d like to extend a safe and happy holiday season to each and every one of you.