Holiday Safety Tips from Sandy Springs Police and Fire

Holiday safety tips from the Sandy Springs Police Department

According to the SSPD, the number one issue during the holidays is porch pirates. These criminals steal packages that are left outside by different delivery services. To better protect residents from this, Amazon provides a service where purchased items can be safely secured in an Amazon locker. These lockers are located in different spots throughout the city. Here's a link to locate Amazon lockers. Another typical holiday crime is entering autos. This is when a criminal sees something of value in plain view inside a vehicle. They typically break the window and steal the contents. SSPD urges residents not to leave anything of value in plain view and to hide their items in the trunk instead, and to be as discreet as possible.

Holiday safety tips from the Sandy Springs Fire Department

The National Fire Protection Association reports that more than one-third of home decoration fires are started by candles. Keep lit candles away from decorations and other items that can burn. Keep an eye on children and pets when they are around lit candles. When choosing decorations, select items that are flame resistant or retardant. Use clips instead of nails to hang lights so the cords do not get damaged. For Christmas tree safety, choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched. Place the tree at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, or lights. Never use lit candles to decorate trees. Always turn off lights and extinguish candles before leaving home or going to bed. More tips from SSFD.