The No. 1 killer of teenagers,...

The No. 1 killer of teenagers, before they go to college, is

alcohol-related highway accidents.

About one-third of local arrests involve alcohol. Alcohol abuse

impairs judgment, causes injuries and kills.

Keep emergency phone numbers handy or memorize them.

Discuss safety plans with family, friends, neighbors, children and

baby-sitters.

Use a purse with a shoulder strap. Carry it with the side that

opens toward you. Hold your purse securely.

Park away from vans or cars with someone “waiting around.”

Keep a “call police” sign under the front seat of your car.

If someone signals that something is wrong with your car, drive to

the nearest service station to check it. Do not stop and get out of

your car.

Never leave an extra key under the door mat, above the door, under

a flower pot, etc. Leave one with a trusted neighbor.

List your name on the mailbox and in the phone book with first

initial and last name only.

Give your home a lived in look by arranging for pick up of papers

and mail in your absence.

Never answer questions on the phone until you are certain of the

caller’s identity.