Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, March 23rd, 2012 ARSON PREVENTION TIPS The Winnipeg Police Service and Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service would like to remind residents of ways that they can protect themselves from the dangers of arson and fire setting. Community Action Residents are encouraged to use the Citizen's Action Network to report problems within their community.  Information can be found on the City of Winnipeg's website at http://www.winnipeg.ca/police/can/ or by contacting the Winnipeg Police Service Crime Prevention Unit at 986-6322. If you see any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood, call the police.  Be cautious of people carrying containers and strangers loitering in the area. If they are in cars, note their license plate numbers. Prevention Here are some practical steps you can take to reduce the risk to your property: • Use motion-activated lights to brighten the outside of your home or garage. • Keep shrubs and trees near buildings trimmed. They can be a source of fuel and a hiding spot. • Store flammable material safely. • Garbage, leaves, lumber and bulky waste (such as mattresses or couches) should be disposed of properly. Firewood should be kept well away from your house or garage. • Recycling bins and garbage should be put out the morning of their pick-up day. • Keep doors and windows secured.  Don't use double-keyed locks or bars on bedroom windows that could trap a person during a fire. • Keep locks, hinges, frames, doors and windows in good repair. Check skylights, roof hatches, fences and gates regularly to ensure they are secured. • Be alert to any smoke or unusual odours. Reporting In Winnipeg, call 911 to report a fire. To report accumulations of bulky waste on curbs or in back lanes, contact 311. The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service has stepped up inspections on rooming houses and public buildings and is participating in prevention workshops and active patrols in the community. For more information on reducing your Arson risk, visit: www.winnipeg.ca/fps or call 204-986-6380.   For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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