Detect Possible Stalker or Trackers

If you are concerned about the possibility of been tracked by either stalkers or professional surveillance practitioners  of some ilk you can counter their efforts in a number of ways.


When you are driving for instance (of course this works just as well in many cases when you're on foot) keep  an eye open for that vehicle or person who keeps a certain distance behind your for a long period of time.


Then at a convenient and safe spot suddenly turn on your flashers and pull to curb to let that persons pass. Watch carefully to see if the person is paying undue attention to you when he or she passes or pulls off to the side of the road too further down to the road.


As they pass also try to have your cell phone camera ready so you can take a quick shot  of the rear licence plate in case you need to pass the plate number on to the police later.


You can't use any such hand-held device legally in many areas of North America now when driving, but your cell phone should still be kept on the seat beside you or in an easily accessible pouch in case you need it  in instances like this other other emergencies.

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Don't Open The Window Much.

If you are parked and sitting in your vehicle alone (especially women) and somebody approaches your vehicle to speak with you do two things before they're near you.


The first is to make sure that all your doors are locked. Then direct them to the passenger side of the car where you can keep the person some distance from your face.  Then make sure the window is opened just enough to speak to them -- not wide open.


Remember you are a sitting duck in your car. It is easy for somebody to try and stab you or grab you by the throat and you're in a very awkward position to respond quickly to any attack.  So open the windows just a little. Also. start and keep your car idling when speaking to the stranger -- with the car in gear and your foot on the brake in case you have to leave quickly.







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What Dangers Surround You?

The massive explosion and fire storm which destroyed a Prince George B.C. mills two days ago is a tragic warning of the need to  be constantly monitoring our surroundings -- whether you are working in such a complex -- your own home.


The latest word about the possible causes this fire which killed two workers so far  is that it could have been caused by too much dust -- and bad housekeeping in the mill.


What the complete investigation will reveal remains to be seen but the mill fire, the second in B.C. in three months,  is a reminder that we are constantly surrounded by dangerous environments.


Two other examples of this recently are two families we know were the victims of gas leaks in their homes.  In one case it appears that the gas leak caused or contributed to the death of one family member the crippling of another.  And in yet another instance family members became very ill before  the gas leak was detected.


So -- without becoming paranoid -- it is a good idea to be vigilant for possible assailants around you in the form of both other persons as well thins like natural gas, carbon dioxide, and radon leaks.


More information on this topic can be found either on the Google News Web site,  of  The Toronto Star, April 25, 2012 which has an excellent picture of the widespread fire destruction. Click on www.torontostarnews.com




See: "Protecting Yourself From Home Invasions"  below

Protecting Yourself from Home Invasions

Home invasions are not the most common type of crime but when somebody strikes it can have traumatic --even tragic consequences.


Some things you can do to ward of such attackers or at least be more prepared to defend yourself include:

• Plant thorny security bushes around ground floor windows. Most of these can add to the attractive landscaping around your home and small birds often seek shelter in such plants.
• Hand a bell or chimes on the door that will alert you to anyone trying to sneak up on you.
• Create a safe room you and other can retreat to in dangerous situations.
• Something to defend yourself. This can be stored -- along with a good flashlight  in the safe room -- which should have a secure door with a lock.

Having something to defend yourself is a crucial consideration. You have to know the local laws about what you can use to defend yourself. Hand-guns in Canada for instance,  are -- in most situations strictly prohibited for private citizens.

There are, however, other things you might be able to use -- such  a hand-held fire extinguisher or pulsating flashlight which you could use to blind somebody trying to attack you.

Check with your local police department first before planning to use anything though to make sure that using things like a fire extinguisher  wouldn't make you a criminal as well.

In Canada you are going to have to prove that you had no other alternative than to use force; that you started at no more force than necessary to protect yourself; and that you never exceeded what was necessary.  You are accountable under law for the results of  all of your actions.

For additional information on this topic check out the February 2012 edition of Popular Mechanics.

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Cameras to Protect Your Family and Property

Any type of home invasion -- at night  -- or sometimes -- even in the middle of the night can be devastating -- or tragic.


Now there are two cameras on the market to fight this and other emergencies around your home.   One, offered by one of the large  business and residential alarm and security camera companies here in Vancouver is worth looking into.  This camera simply clamps on the top of your front, or any other exterior door, and relays pictures of visitors or intruders to the security company and if you want to you through your cell phone.


It gives you the ability to answer your door through your smart phone and either intercept intruders and other undesirables or give instructions to delivery and other legitimate callers.


The other, offered by a well-known electronics company, is a puck sized surveillance camera that can be mounted just about anywhere. It allows you to monitor activity with the camera's vision across your through WiFi connection or on the other side on the continent for a cell phone app.


This last one was advertised in the February edition of Popular Science  and was featured in the January Electronics Show produced by CES


The camera that clamps on your door was especially appealing because of the ease of installation and ability to monitor whoever is around your house in an age when many persons --even couriers and other uniformed individuals  -- are not always who they claim to be.


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