PRESS RELEASE
Office of the Police Chief
605 N. Capital Avenue
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 30, 2016
Idaho Falls Police Department Contact
Joelyn Hansen
Community Projects Coordinator/PIO
jhansen@idahofallsidaho.gov
IFPD Promotes Holiday Safety
Idaho Falls, ID – The 4th of July is only days away. As you prepare for holiday activities and barbecues, the Idaho Falls Police Department reminds residents and visitors to also prepare themselves on how to stay safe.
Here are a few tips and reminders:
• Be prepared for the day’s activities. Read up on all information regarding event attendance, road closures and parking restrictions. Also check the weather conditions to ensure you are properly prepared.
• Unfortunately, criminals don’t take holidays off. Be sure to lock doors and windows when away from home. Vehicles should also be properly secured.
• Be mindful of valuables, i.e. wallets, credit cards, purse or cell phones; you are carrying with you.
Don’t make yourself an easy target for theft, and only carry what you need. Keep items in your front pockets. If you carry a purse, keep it close to you (the front of the body is best). Don’t dangle it on your arm and never leave it unattended.
• Don’t display large sums of cash and don’t carry more than necessary.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid ‘automatic pilot’. Scan the area around you. Become familiar with the area around you, including locating exits. Groups should identify a meeting spot in the event people get separated.
• Parents and guardians need to keep a close eye on children at events.
• Due to the activities and the increased number of people in the city, traffic will move slower, particularly in the downtown area following the fireworks display. Drivers should exercise patience, slow down, concentrate and make the choice to obey all traffic laws and special holiday parking and traffic restrictions.
• Report any criminal activity. IFPD officers will be patrolling throughout the events. They can also be contacted by calling 911 for emergencies and 529‐1200 for non‐emergencies.
PRESS RELEASE
Office of the Police Chief
605 N. Capital Avenue
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
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• It’s going to be a long day. Be sure to memorize or write down important numbers in case you
cannot use your cell phone.
• Obey the event rules. Organizers establish rules and regulations for a reason. They’re in place to
ensure safety for all event patrons. This includes the prohibition of fireworks and alcohol at the 4th
of July Parade, Liberty Festival on the Falls and the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration.
The IFPD wishes everyone a Safe and Happy 4th of July!
Media Note: For additional information regarding this release, contact Joelyn Hansen.
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