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Public Safety Tip of the Day for Visitors and Tourists:
While Driving:
- If driving, plan your route carefully, travel on main roads, and use maps. Have your car serviced and tires checked before leaving.
- When driving in stop and go congested traffic, leave your windows up and doors locked.
- If your car breaks down, turn on your flashers and raise the hood or tie a white cloth to the antenna. If you must abandon your car, keep all passengers together.
- Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries, flares, a fire extinguisher, and first aid kit in your personal vehicle at all times.
- Avoid traveling during the late night hours, especially if in unfamiliar locations.
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Public Safety Tip of the Day for Visitors and Tourists:
Sightseeing:
- Pickpockets are often attracted to crowded places. They often work in teams of two or three; one may create a distraction while the other one lifts your wallet. Be aware of someone who bumps, shoves or gets too close.
- Don’t tempt a thief by leaving your purse or wallet unattended. It only takes a second to grab it.
- Learn to carry your purse or wallet safely. Purses should be closed, held in front of your body, with your arm across it. Wallets should be carried a front pants pocket or in an interior jacket pocket.
- Aggressive panhandling is illegal in Seattle. If someone obstructs or intimidates you, and aggressively begs for money, you do not have to give them money, and you can report this offense to the police department. Please do not encourage or reward panhandling.
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Public Safety Tip of the Day for Visitors and Tourists:
SIGHTSEEING:
- Do not carry large amounts of cash. Use traveler’s checks and debit/atm cards. Keep a record of traveler’s check numbers, credit card numbers, photocopy of passport and other valuable documents separate from originals.
- If you must carry a large amount of cash, separate it from your purse or wallet and carry it inside clothing (i.e., in a hidden pocket or a money belt).
- Be careful and alert when cashing traveler’s checks, or using a cash machine. Never let someone see how much money you have in your wallet, or where you keep your money.
- Don’t wear expensive jewelry and watches when out sightseeing. If you must wear it, wear it inside your clothing.
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Public Safety Tip of the Day for Visitors and Tourists:
SIGHTSEEING
- When possible, travel with another person when sightseeing or shopping, particularly at night.
- Be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. Do not feel embarrassed to leave an uncomfortable situation.
- Walk with purpose and project an assertive and business-like image. Criminals will be discouraged if you do not appear vulnerable or easily intimidated.
- Select sightseeing companies and guides carefully. Make sure they are legitimate. Check with your hotel staff for recommendations.
- When asking for directions, first look for a police officer or another public employee (i.e., bus driver), or go into a nearby business.
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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 3/28/2013.
Public Safety Tip of the Day: Suspicious Activity:
- Continuous “Repair” operations at a non-business location.
- Open or broken windows at closed businesses or residences whose owners are temporarily absent.
- Unusual noises such as gunshots, screaming, abnormally barking dogs, or any noise that is suggestive of foul play.
- Unusual smells coming from location.
- Continuous traffic that comes and goes to the same location, usually staying for very short periods of time.
Anytime you see something suspicious, Call Public Safety at 312-808-6363 immediately
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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Suspicious Activity:
- Someone going door-to-door in a residential area if after a few houses are visited, one or more of the subjects goes into a back or side yard. More suspicious if another remains in the front when this occurs.
- Someone waiting in front of a house or business when the owners are absent, or if it is a business and the establishment is closed.
- Someone forcing entrance to or tampering with a residence, business, vehicle, etc.
- A non-resident going into a back or side yard.
- A person running especially if something of value is being carried.
Anytime you see something suspicious, Call Public Safety at 312-808-6363 immediately.
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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 3/25/2013
Public Safety Tip of the Day: Suspicious Activity:
Suspicious Vehicles
- Slow moving vehicles, vehicles without lights, and/or the course followed appears aimless or repetitive. This is suspicious in any location, but particularly in areas of schools, parks, and playgrounds.
- Vehicles being loaded with valuables are suspicious if parked in front of a closed business or untended residence, even if the vehicle is a legitimate looking commercial unit – possibly even bearing a sign identifying it as a repair vehicle, moving van, etc.
- Persons attempting forcibly to enter a locked vehicle, especially at night or in a parking lot.
- Persons detaching mechanical parts or accessories from a vehicle especially at night or in a parking lot.
- Apparent business transactions conducted from a vehicle especially if around schools or parks, and if juveniles are involved.
- Persons being forced into vehicles, especially if juveniles or females.
- Objects thrown from a vehicle, especially while traveling at a high speed.
Anytime you see something suspicious, Call Public Safety at 312-808-6363 immediately
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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 3/22/2013.
I hope everyone had a fun and safe Spring Break.
We look forward to see you back in class on Monday. Have a good weekend.
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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Spring Break Tips:
While swimming…
Jumping into the water without a lifeguard is putting yourself at risk. Even the most experienced swimmer can get caught in an undertow. In case you get caught in a rip current, don’t bother swimming against it. Instead, swim parallel to shore until the rip passes. Try to stay within the designated swimming area and always swim with a buddy. Also know the flag system for water safety:
-Red Flag: Stay out of the water because of strong undertow and riptides.
-Yellow Flag: Use CAUTION in the water. There are some undertow and riptides possible.
-Blue Flag: Calm water. Swim safely.
In the hot tub…
Drinking in the hot tub might sound like a good idea, since pretty much every MTV video makes it look glamorous. But low and behold, MTV is not an educational resource. (shocker!) Alcohol can dialate blood vessels and lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. The effects of alcohol are felt sooner and stronger in a hot tub. It can lead to unconsciousness and drowning. Overall, just a bad idea.
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