Also turn down the volume of the telephone ringing, so it can't be heard from the outside, indicating that you are away. Keep all drapes closed during the evening hours while you are away from your home. Keep all packages away from the windows. A prowler approaching your residence should not be able to see inside your home. Power Outages Power outages occur from time to time in any city.
Injuries occur by rushing about just after a power failure.
Keep battery powered lights available in easy to reach locations. When the lights go out, pause, and let your eyes adjust. Think about your location in relation to objects in the room. Move slowly across the room. Walk with small steps with your feet close to the floor.