Parking Tips Below are a few tips to keep in mind when parking your car:
When walking to your car, be aware of your surroundings and the people around you. Have your car keys ready and in your hand. When you reach the car, check the interior for people inside and any theft that may have occurred in your absence. Lock your car as soon as you enter.
Park your car in a well lit and well staffed parking lot. All of Portland International Airport's parking lots are well lit, staffed 24 hours a day, and have covered bus stops equipped with emergency telephones. If someone bothers you or raises your suspicion, report it to a bus driver or parking lot employee, or call the police.
Personal Safety Be alert and aware of your surroundings. If you are carrying a purse, hold it tightly, tucked under your arm and close to your body. If you are carrying a wallet, keep it in a front pocket. Do not leave your valuables or suitcases unattended. If a person attempts to take your items, yell, scream or blow a whistle in order to draw attention to your immediate area.
If you encounter an attacker, use your best judgment in choosing an appropriate response. For example, a victim of an armed robbery would most likely choose to give the attacker whatever they wanted without putting up a fight. However, if someone were to try and pull you into a vehicle, it is usually best to try and escape. Only you know your capabilities.
Avoid Being A Victim To avoid being a victim while you travel, some planning is required. Be alert to you surroundings and the people around you. Minimize your physical vulnerability. Recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations.
Advise your children on how to handle themselves around strangers. Teach them how to contact the police, airline employees or airport officials for help.
Do not carry large amounts of cash. Use travelers checks if possible.
If you place your name on a luggage tag, use your work address if possible. This will prevent burglars from using address tags to scout for potential victims.
If you are leaving your home unattended, take time to plan ahead. Let trusted neighbors, friends or family members know when you will be leaving and returning, and ask them to keep an eye on your home. Leave a key with a specific contact person; do not leave a key under your doormat. Ask the same people to pick up papers or deliveries. Do not let items pile up and advertise to thieves that you are not at home.
Take the time to check every door and window. Make sure they are locked. Do not leave car keys unsecured in the house if you are leaving a vehicle behind.
Consider placing lights and television on a timer to come on periodically. If you don't have an answering machine, then turn off your telephone ringer. Don't give clues that you are not at home.
Anti-Terrorism There is no standard profile for persons who may be planning or are engaged in terrorist activities. Police and federal officials rely on ordinary citizens to report suspicious or alarming circumstances. This kind of information is crucial to preventing terrorist groups from carrying out plans to destroy property, injure or kill people, and disrupt transportation and commerce.
If you suspect terrorist activity, you can report it to the police or the tip page on the FBI's Web site at https://tips.fbi.gov/.
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