Neighborhood Watch Quarterly Meeting Vacation Tips Presented by Officer Antonio Barrera

Before Traveling Stop all deliveries and make arrangements for newspapers and packages to be picked up Have a trusted friend or neighbor watch over your residence and pets Make sure to secure your vehicle and do not leave any valuables stored inside Have someone mow your lawn and take out your garbage Leave your emergency contact information with a friend or neighbor, along with alarm information

Traveling by Car Before you travel, have your vehicle serviced and inspected for safety Never drive tired Check your fluid levels every time you fill up Make sure you have an up-to-date map Make sure not to exceed your vehicle’s payload capacity

Traveling by Air Make sure you buy your ticket under the exact name that appears on your ID Get to your gateway city as early as you can Take a carry-on bag containing important items Wear comfortable clothes

Traveling Overseas Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program so the State Department can better assist you in an emergency: https://travelregistration.state.gov Leave copies of itinerary and passport data page with a family member or friend Check your overseas medical insurance coverage Familiarize yourself with local conditions and laws: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_4965.html