Holiday burglary tips from Lawrence police for students and residents
Lawrence police urge caution during holidays noting students are frequent targets due to predictable schedules. Officers advise taking valuables, locking up, making a current inventory with serial numbers, avoiding storeable lists at home, notifying neighbors, stopping deliveries, and using timers to create an occupied appearance to deter burglars.
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Christmas safety tips from fire marshal Barr
Lawrence fire marshal Rich Barr urges testing of lights with UL labeling and checks for frayed wires. He advises outdoor rated décor, plastic fasteners, power strips, and turning off lights when away or sleeping. He cautions about candles and keeping fresh trees watered away from heat sources, and not burning trees in the fireplace.
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