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Are You Unknowingly Inviting Thieves to Rob You?

This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com I’ve been warning readers to stop leaving purses and packages in plain view inside their cars for years now. Police send out announcements in the neighborhood every time the holidays come around. People are listening for the most part, but thieves seem to have adapted their tactics. Now they are breaking vehicle windows hoping to find weapons hidden under the seat or glove compartment. What are thieves doing? According to Click2Houston, they scour […]

Bugging In: How to Barricade Your Apartment

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The need to protect your home during a disaster or mass civil unrest could become very real in a hurry. The goal of fortification is to deter conflict and prying eyes and prevent forced entry. We’re going to teach you how to barricade your apartment the right way. […]

Visit these Countries at Your Own Risk

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com Today’s post is a quick one to share something I came across that we can chat about. Although it’s not about preparedness entirely, it’s about travel safety, which is another one of my interests. Australian YouTubers arrested in Iran I did not see this report in mainstream media – this Australian couple visiting Iran got arrested a few weeks ago near the Iranian capital. They were detailing their adventures via Instagram and YouTube. […]

Protect your Kids with a Secret Code Word

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com Now that school is back in session for many families, it’s time to update your emergency contact records at school, update your texting tree, as well as have conversations with your kids about safety. One of the safety measures we used with our kids is the secret family code word. What is the secret code word for? In the event of an emergency, disaster or in any situation where you are unable to […]

10 Tips to Avoid Identity Theft While on Vacation

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Identity theft is a year-round risk but with increased travel during the summer, there is more exposure to the threat. Here are tips to avoid having your identity stolen and ruining your vacation. […]

5 Habits that Help Improve Your Survival Chances in a Mass Shooting

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com In the past couple of weeks, there have been several attacks where innocent people going about their day got hurt or killed. A shooter in Ohio killed nine people and injured 27 in a popular entertainment district during the early morning hours of August 4th 2019. Not even 24 hours prior to the Ohio shooting, a shooter killed 20 and injured 26 others in a Walmart in El Paso. On July 28, just […]

A Threat You May Not Want to Think About: Workplace Shooting

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com On Friday, May 21, there was a shooting in Virginia Beach inside a municipal building. 12 people were killed and four people were hospitalized with injuries. The shooter was a disgruntled employee who went on a shooting rampage. The victims were innocent, everyday people just doing their job, going about their business. Just a few weeks ago, my employer sent everyone to attend a mandatory class on workplace violence. I have to admit, […]

How to Stay Safe in Church and Other Places of Worship

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com It is a sad state of affairs that we now have to discuss ideas about staying safe in places of worship. But with the recent shooting at a synagogue in California, the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, the ChristChurch shooting in a mosque in New Zealand and other mass shootings in places of worship, it is a subject that we need to consider. Churches traditionally have an open door policy, as anyone […]

Money Mondays: 5 Easy Ways to Secure an Apartment on a Budget

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Written by: Sage SingletonSage Singleton Whether you live alone, with a partner, or share with multiple roommates, it’s important for your apartment to feel safe. However, because renters typically can’t have wired security systems or elaborate devices drilled into the walls, you have to get creative with securing your apartment. Luckily, you don’t have to own your space or have a big budget to boost your apartment’s security. The following are a few inexpensive and easy ways you […]

What to Do If Your Apartment No Longer Feels Safe

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This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com A while back, our management company left a flyer on our door about a “Resident Meeting” regarding apartment safety. I was concerned enough that I attended the evening meeting after work. A couple of policemen and the building management were in attendance. The meeting was to discuss a shooting that occurred in the complex. Management wanted to reassure the residents that it was not a random event but a shooting between acquaintances, a […]