Vacation Safety

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Become familiar with your travel route before you start.

Check on weather and road conditions.

Make sure your personal or rental car is in good operating condition.  Know how to operate all windows, door locks and other equipment.

Keep your maps and rental agreement concealed, not lying on the seat or dashboard.

Keep car doors locked while you are driving.  Store luggage in the trunk.

Whenever possible, avoid driving alone at night.

Park in well-lighted areas only, close to building entrances and walkways.

Have car keys ready when approaching your car.  Check the back seat before you get in.

If you are bumped by another car, think about it before you get out of your vehicle.  If you are in doubt or uncomfortable, signal the other driver to follow you to a nearby police station or a busy, well-lighted area where it’s safe to get out.

Never leave luggage unattended.

Ask hotel staff about neighborhood safety and what areas to avoid.

Don’t display room keys in public or leave them on restaurant tables, at the swimming pool or in other places where they can be stolen.

Keep hotel doors and windows locked, and use all door locks.

Keep valuables in the hotel safe.

Learn the locations of fire exits, elevators, and public phones in case of emergency.

Before taking a cab, ask the staff about directions and estimated costs.

Have a Happy and Safe Vacation from the Los Alamitos Police Department!