The following winter safety and security advice has been provided by Calibre Security for residents of St Francis Bay and surrounding areas.
Winter in St Francis Bay brings darker evenings, stormy weather, power outages, and colder conditions. As a result, people tend to spend more time indoors and often rush inside to escape the rain and cold.
However, winter can also be a time when small security issues go unnoticed. A light that stops working, a gate that does not close properly, or a flat backup battery can quickly become a bigger problem.
The Calibre Security team has shared several important reminders for residents this winter.
Check Outdoor Lighting
Make sure driveway, garden, gate, and entrance lights are working properly during the longer nights.
Good lighting remains one of the simplest and most effective security measures around any property.
Test Security Systems
Winter weather can affect outdoor sensors, beams, alarms, and panic buttons.
Therefore, it is important to test all security equipment regularly and ensure everything is functioning correctly.
Inspect Cameras
Rain, mist, shifting light conditions, and overgrown gardens can affect camera visibility more than many people realise.
In addition, cameras should be cleaned after bad weather.
Sea air, rain residue, and spider webs can reduce visibility or trigger unnecessary activations.
Review Everyday Habits
People often leave gates, garages, or vehicles unsecured while rushing inside out of the cold or rain.
Furthermore, keys should always be kept out of sight and away from doors, windows, and entrance tables.
Small habits can make a significant difference to overall home security.
Check Gates And Outdoor Equipment
After storms, clear leaves, sand, and debris from gate tracks.
Otherwise, gates may fail to close properly without homeowners noticing.
Additionally, tools and ladders should be packed away and secured. Items left outside can potentially be used to gain access to a property.
Prepare For Power Outages
Winter often exposes alarm and gate batteries that are no longer holding charge properly.
For this reason, backup batteries should be tested before they are needed during an outage.
If You Are Travelling
If you are away from home, avoid creating the appearance of an unattended property.
Bins left outside, curtains remaining closed all day, and a lack of lighting can quickly indicate that nobody is home.
Finally, make sure your emergency and keyholder details are up to date and that your security company has the correct contact information.
Winter Preparedness Matters
A few simple checks today can help prevent much larger problems later.
Ultimately, winter security is about preparation, awareness, and maintaining the systems that help keep homes and families safe throughout the colder months.
Stay warm and stay safe this winter.
Source: Calibre Security
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