When you get a call to evacuate your home during a wildfire, you don’t have to worry about the safety of your property at all.
The Coconino Sheriff’s Office and the Pinal Sheriff’s Office told the Arizona Republic that they had had no problems with looters or looters during past wildfire evacuations, but that homeowners were more calm as they evacuated. He said there are steps that can be taken to prevent it.
These measures will protect your entire home, not just during wildfire season.
Please lock all doors and windows before departure
This is a relatively simple answer, but it’s important to secure your property to prevent thieves and even animals from breaking into your home while you’re out and about.
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Consider installing security cameras and video doorbells
These days, a doorphone camera is almost essential. We’ve all seen at least one viral clip that showcases a curious animal or helps solve a murder from someone’s front porch point of view.
Installing a doorbell or simply a security camera generally helps homeowners keep an eye on their homes while they’re out in the immediate aftermath of a wildfire.
Plus, Coconino Sheriff’s Office recommends it not only for your peace of mind, but theirs as well.
“These video security cameras allow homeowners to monitor their homes in real time and report any suspicious activity,” said John Paxton, a spokesman for the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office. told the Republic.
First responders close roads and patrol during evacuation
Fire brigades, law enforcement, search and rescue teams, and county officials also regularly patrol evacuation areas, further enhancing the level of safety and protection of homes in the area.
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office said roads to evacuation areas are also usually closed and regulated by sheriff’s deputies and police volunteers.
