(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Keep some lights on, tightly close all doors and windows, and install surveillance cameras, mainly at places with valuable items.
There are some of the tips the Ras Al Khaimah Police have given to the public to protect their houses against burglars when travelling abroad. Brig Abdullah Khamis Al Hadidi, Acting Chief Commandant of the RAK Police, said these bits of advice are part of the 'Safe summer for our house' drive they launched on Monday. "We have deployed more undercover security patrols and police agents across the emirate to secure all houses here against burglars." The Media and Public Relations Department, in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Department, has launched an important campaign to fight burglary and raise public awareness. "Our security patrols are covering all the residential areas to ensure they are safe and well protected against burglars," he said, noting that the RAK Police spare no effort to remain in touch with the public and develop their security awareness. Recently, the RAK Police have launched the emirate-wise 'Himaya' or 'Protection' system, whereby as many as 2,931 CCTV cameras have been installed inside and outside 464 buildings in the emirate. The comprehensive surveillance system has been instructed by His Highness Shaikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, to enhance safety, security, and stability in the emirate. These buildings include shops, public institutions, mosques, hospitals, schools, hotels villas, as well as residential towers and buildings. The 2,931 CCTV cameras installed include 1,993 internal cameras, and 938 external cameras, he said. "This is a record achievement that reflects a complete awareness of the importance of the Himaya System." Report suspicious activities RAK Police urge the public to report any suspicious activities or persons to the nearest police station. Residents are urged to contact at 050-7669229 or 999, the emergency toll number. Ahmed Shaaban Originally from Egypt, I have been in Dubai since December 2005. Before coming here, I worked as an English language instructor, chief En/Ar translator, proofreader, reporter in Egypt and Qatar. I have also worked as a reporter, correspondent and simultaneous translator with two satellite channels in Dubai. I have a masters degree in media, Cairo University, 2014, a bachelor degree in English language and translation, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 1996, and three post-graduate diplomas in English language and Instruction. With over 19 years of experience in translation, interpretation, EFL instruction, and reporting. I am interested in technology, aviation, politics, as well as community, parliament and defence issues. I enjoy reading, writing, exercising, and surfing the web.